Life Enrichment Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Kanata, Canada Symphony Senior Living Full time

**Title**:Life Enhancement Coordinator (Activites)

**Description**:
Reporting to the CEO, the primary objective of the Life Enhancement Coordinator (LEC) is to create an enjoyable, professional, relaxed, and entertaining environment and assume responsibility for the morale and wellbeing of residents. They must have a knowledge and understanding of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias and a desire to serve residents and families. The LEC actively participates in the resident assessment and care planning process, working closely with the Wellness Coordinator and CEO, based on the family interviews and ongoing evaluation of resident needs. Plan a monthly activity schedule offering a variety of activities, events and outings for residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Communicate, plan, and organize individualized daily life enrichment programs for each resident through actions of self, Resident Specialists and volunteers, ensuring all residents receive adequate notice and encouragement for the relevant activities. Drive resident transport when required for resident outings. Participate in budget preparation and control. Maintains all activities and van/bus equipment, records, costs, inventory, supplies, storage, receipts. Help with marketing and advertising strategies and programs

**Qualifications**:

- Experience / education in cognitively impaired resident and behavior issues.
- 3 years’ experience in a Retirement Home Environment
- Assessment Skills
- Understanding of Palliative Care issues and related community resources.
- Able to qualify for certification / registration by **Ontario - **Therapeutic Recreation Ontario and / or Activity Professionals of Ontario.
- Ontario Driver's License (F Class)

**Responsibilities**:

- Plan, develop, and implement engaging life enrichment programs for residents
- Coordinate and facilitate activities that promote physical, mental, and emotional
well-being
- Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as needed
- Provide counseling and support to residents on aging issues
- Collaborate with social workers and other healthcare professionals to ensure
comprehensive care for residents
- Manage and maintain a schedule of activities and events
- Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make adjustments as needed

**Skills**:

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of social work principles and practices
- Ability to work effectively with older adults and individuals with diverse needs
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to working with residents
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and confidentiality

This position requires a passion for working with older adults and a commitment to enhancing their quality of life. The Life Enrichment Manager plays a vital role in creating a positive and engaging environment for our residents. If you are dedicated, compassionate, and have the skills necessary to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you.

**Salary**: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kanata, ON K2K 2Z8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-08-11
Expected start date: 2023-08-21



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