Lifestyle Coordinator (Art/Music Specialist) Job at The Bristal Assisted Living

Overview

We are seeking a creative, compassionate, hands-on Lifestyle Coordinator to assist in presenting and coordinating recreational programs for our assisted living residents, as well as residents with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia in our dedicated Reflections Memory Care Neighborhood. You will assist residents in making the adjustment to a new concept of living at our luxury assisted living community, not only encouraging them to continue pursuing their interests, hobbies and lifestyle activities, but also to develop new and stimulating interests. You will help plan fun and safe trips to suitable destinations, such as art galleries, theaters, music venues, racetracks, sports events as well as religious and cultural programs. You will also help prepare, print and distribute copies of our monthly calendar, newsletters and memos to residents. You will also be expected to perform planned activities in the absence of the Director of Recreation. In this role you will maintain a knowledge of resident backgrounds, hobbies, special interests, and spoken languages, etc., and use this knowledge to encourage resident engagement and participation. The loving attention you bring to the assistance you provide is fundamental to the quality of life and the general wellbeing of our residents every day.

Responsibilities

• Present and coordinate recreational programs for assisted living residents, including residents with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia in Reflections Memory Care Neighborhood.
• Help residents adjust to living in a luxury assisted living community and encourage continued interests and exploration of new activities.
• Plan and coordinate trips to art galleries, theaters, music venues, racetracks, sports events, and religious and cultural programs.
• Prepare, print and distribute monthly calendars, newsletters, and memos to residents.
• Perform planned activities in the absence of the Director of Recreation.
• Maintain knowledge of resident backgrounds, hobbies, special interests, and languages to encourage engagement and participation.

Qualifications

• One year’s prior experience working with a senior population; experience with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia a plus.
• At least 6 months of recreation activity experience (art therapy, music therapy) or event leadership experience, preferably in an assisted living, long-term care, or similar setting.
• Outgoing, warm, and genuinely caring personality.
• Able to create programs that involve and excite residents.
• Dependable and able to supervise activities, special events, and safe excursions for residents.
• Creative talents in one or more areas (art, music, readings, dance, etc.).
• Well-groomed and properly attired.
• Good listening and communication skills with a positive, professional attitude.
• Ability to lead classes and instructional sessions and speak in front of a group with ease, confidence, and clarity.
• High school diploma or equivalent at minimum.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care