Lifestyle Coordinator

Racine, WI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Professional Development

Transportation assistance

Job Description

The Lifestyle Coordinator position is offered by a senior living community dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through a variety of engaging and meaningful activities. This community is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where senior residents can thrive socially, emotionally, and physically by participating in thoughtfully planned programs that cater to their individual needs and preferences. The community operates under strict federal, state, and local regulations, ensuring the highest standards of care and professionalism in all aspects of its services.

As a vital member of the Lifestyle team, the Lifestyle Coordinator reports directly to the Lifestyle Manager and assists in the comprehensive planning, organizing, developing, and directing of the community’s activities program. The role requires a keen understanding of the residents' needs, adherence to care plan practices, and the ability to navigate regulatory requirements to keep activities relevant and compliant. The coordinator plays a crucial part in creating a vibrant atmosphere where residents can enjoy social interaction, mental stimulation, and physical engagement.

Specifically, the Lifestyle Coordinator is responsible for implementing activity policies and procedures that align with the community’s mission and regulatory standards. This involves continuous monitoring of changes in federal and state regulations and professional standards, and proactively recommending updates to the Lifestyle Manager to ensure the program remains current and effective. The position also entails coordinating all activity-related projects within budgetary constraints while ensuring quality and scheduling requirements are met.

A significant aspect of this role is supporting the community’s marketing efforts by engaging with potential and current residents and their families through tours, outreach events, and direct communication. The Lifestyle Coordinator also provides indirect supervision to volunteers, spearheading recruitment efforts to bolster the activity program’s support network.

The role requires a hands-on approach to leadership, involving active participation in activities across all shifts to maintain quality control and foster a lively, supportive community environment. The coordinator assists residents directly during activities and outings, providing transportation support using the community’s vehicles and aiding with daily living activities when necessary. Collaboration with other staff members is essential to ensure a unified approach to meeting the care plan and senior resident needs.

In addition to the operational duties, the Lifestyle Coordinator is expected to maintain comprehensive documentation, provide detailed reports to the Lifestyle Manager, and participate in ongoing professional development to keep skills sharp and stay informed about industry best practices. This position demands stamina, excellent communication skills, leadership ability, and a passion for working with the senior population in a respectful and compassionate manner.

Overall, the Lifestyle Coordinator plays a pivotal role in enriching the lives of senior residents by fostering an engaging and dynamic activities program that supports their overall well-being. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in resident activities programs, a strong commitment to customer service, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a community-focused environment.

Job Requirements

Associate Degree preferred or demonstrated experience as an Activities Professional
Minimum of two years of experience in resident activities program within a health care setting
Strong leadership and teamwork skills
Ability to maintain high levels of activity and energy over long periods
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate with and respect the needs of senior population
Customer service skills with courteous and helpful demeanor
Problem-solving skills and conceptual thinking ability
Willingness to incorporate new methods into activities practices
Ability to plan, organize, develop, and implement activities program goals and policies

Job Qualifications

Associate Degree in O.T., Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or demonstrated experience as an Activities Professional preferred but not required
Minimum of two years of experience, preferably in a resident activities program within a health care setting
Leadership and teamwork ability
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively deal with people at different organizational levels both inside and outside the company
Excellent customer service skills, with a courteous and helpful demeanor
Well developed problem-solving skills and ability to develop conceptual alternatives
Ability to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing activities practices
Ability to plan, organize, develop, and implement goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the activities program

Job Duties

Assists, plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the activity programs according to care plan practices and resident needs
Develops and implements activity policies and procedures
Monitors changes in current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and recommends changes in policies and procedures to the Lifestyle Manager
Coordinates the activities necessary in the fulfillment of project assignments within budget, quality and scheduling guidelines
Supports and assists management staff with marketing efforts of the community including touring, community outreach, working with current residents/families and potential residents/families
Provides indirect supervision of volunteers as outlined by the community services objectives
Ensures that all activity-related staff and volunteers are trained in the care plan process, understanding the needs of senior residents
Develops and maintains a good rapport with all staff involved with the care plan/senior resident needs to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing a comprehensive plan of care
Leads, participates or attends activities functions (on all shifts) frequently to assure that quality control measures are maintained
Provides transportation to outings/appointments for residents using the company van/bus
Assists residents and provides assistance with Activities of Daily Living where applicable
Solicits advice from other properties concerning the operation of the Activities to identify problem areas and/or improve services
Provides written and/or oral reports of the programs and activities as required
Reports any Activities operational concerns to Lifestyle Manager
Participates in continuing educational opportunities for personal growth and development