Life Enrichment Coordinator/LEC

Carefree Living in Cook is looking for a Part-time Life Enrichment Coordinator to join our growing and established Assisted Living community. We offer rewarding employment, resident-centered care, a team environment, and professional development with a dependable health care company.Purpose: The Life Enrichment Coordinator develops and implements programs and special events, providing socialization and entertainment, thereby contributing to the best quality of life for each resident. This position is also responsible for recruiting and directing volunteers.DUTIES:Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and accurately follow through on work activities to meet deadlines as well as to work.independently with a minimum amount of direction and/or supervision.Display creativity and imagination in planning the activities each month. Able to adapt games, crafts etc. in order for all residents to participate.Create a monthly programming/life enrichment calendar/newsletter.Interact and carry out activities with residents.Be creative on developing new activities.Conduct specialized programming in our secured memory care community.Attend events outside of our community.Organize, set up and follow through with activities, volunteers etc.Work with various departments and individuals to coordinate functions.QUALIFICATIONS:Proficiency with Microsoft products, including Excel and Word; professionalism, well-groomed, attention to detail and customer satisfaction are key to success.Candidates will be subject to a criminal background study.Selected candidate must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.A minimum of two years of experience in an activities department, preferably within an assisted living facility. Prior experience working with elderly/disabled adults. Prior experience working with and recruiting volunteers.High school diploma/GED is preferred.BENEFITS: Flexible Schedules/Work-life balanceCompetitive WagesPaid TrainingCustomized orientation plan for your professional developmentEmployee Recognition ProgramsMedical/Dental/Vision insurance, company paid basic life and AD&D insuranceFlex Spending, Dependent Care & HSA options available401K with employer matchFree mealsPaid Time OffLearn more at: https://carefreeliving.applicantpool.com/jobs/Carefree Living is an EOE/Drug Free/AA Employer