Life Enrichment Director
On-siteLouisville, Kentucky, United States
Job Summary
Organize, prepare, schedule, and lead activity programs providing physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual opportunities for residents. Post and distribute the calendar of events throughout the community and to family members, while overseeing calendars completed by Life Enrichment Coordinators. Initiate and direct activity programming daily, including weekends and evenings, and attend all community planned functions from setup to breakdown. Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and Life Enrichment Coordinators, and plan programs for holidays and special events. Take activity attendance and communicate with families via Cedarhurst's electronic platform, maintaining a database on Life Stories and participation. Drive the community bus for outings as needed and ensure effective communication with residents' families regarding their wellbeing.
Required Qualifications
- Must possess Activity Director Certification or complete the company provided course
- License to drive community bus or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
- CPR or BLS certification preferred
- Associate's degree or technical training preferred
- coursework or background in sociology or recreational therapy is a plus
- Minimum of one (1) year related experience is preferred
- Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and up to 200 pounds with assistance
- Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods and move throughout the community, resident apartments, and other areas of the community
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, as well as climb or balance
- Must be able to communicate effectively and identify/interpret written information
- Must be able to follow all infection prevention and control protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary
- Must be able to participate in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale
- Must be able to work well with others and take direction from management, as well as taking initiative with the capability to engage in conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees, and others as needed
- Must be able to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives
- Must be able to actively pursue self-improvement and embrace opportunities for continuous learning to enhance the skills and knowledge
- Must be able to complete a background check and drug screening
- Must be able to participate in required health assessments (such as TB testing or physical evaluations)
- Must be able to use designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and applicable law
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated proficiency in common digital tools and applications, including Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word), web-based platforms, electronic health record systems, and any HR-related systems as applicable
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