Memory Care Activity Coordinator

35 Shawmut Ave, La Grange, IL 60525-8648, United States Full Time Hourly Rate: n/a Company Description Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for theimplementation of Memory Care Program points of distinction while promoting and integrating the mission and philosophy of Senior Lifestyle Corporation. The Memory Care Coordinator is responsible for supporting compliance with all community policies and procedures and applicable state regulations as they apply to Memory Care. The Memory Care Coordinator will be the process champion to implement and oversee the Memory Care points of distinction established in the areas of Embrace Wellness, Embrace Enrichment, Embrace Creativity, Embrace Connection, Embrace Challenge and Embrace Teamwork. Job Description Pay starts at $21.50 Promote the company’s Embrace philosophy in all aspects of his/her role for residents, families and staff. Implement and oversee the six unique pillars of Embrace. Daily oversight of the operations in the Memory Care area in partnership with the Memory Care Director and Health and Wellness team. Lead high-quality innovative programs in Memory Care. This is the positions primary focus. Person will personally lead a minimum of 5-7 programs per day. Assist in planning, coordinating, and evaluating resident activities. Encourage resident participation in programs. Provide education, training, and hands on support to community staff in partnership with the community managers. Implement and monitor programs and process to promote excellence in programming while maintaining a high level of resident/family/staff satisfaction in a fiscally responsible manner. Qualifications Level of Formal Education: Associate’s Degree preferred Area of Study: Social Work, Recreation Therapy, Psychology, or a related field. Years of Experience: 1-3+ years Type of Experience: Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care, Senior Recreation Programming, and Management Special Certifications: Activity Director Certified, Certified Dementia Practitioner, or Therapeutic Recreation Assistant. Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties. Skills and Ability: Proven Leadership experience. Personal Attributes: Demonstrated experience with innovative, person-centered programming Additional Information Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members. Health Dental Vision Retirement benefits Short-term disability Long-term disability Paid time off. DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr WP Engine, Inc.