Life Enrichment Coordinator / Recreation Coordinator

Presbyterian Homes & Services - McKenna Crossing is seeking a FT Life Enrichment Coordinator to primarily support residents in the Memory Care unit. The Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing monitoring established life enhancement/life enrichment programming for residents.

 

 

Schedule:   Tuesday - Saturday  -- varied hours, some evenings

 

REPORTING STRUCTURE The Life Enrichment Coordinator reports to the Life Enrichment Director or their designee.

 

 

ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY

 

McKenna Crossing

13810 Shepherds Path NW

Prior Lake, MN  55379

 

McKenna Crossing embraces an approach to life where the joy is in the journey. This belief is embodied in a path, the signature feature of McKenna Crossing that winds its way through the entire community and connects with Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church.

This community is located just minutes from 169 or 35W and is in proximity to: Apple Valley, Belle Plaine, Bloomington, Burnsville, Chanhassen, Chaska, Eden Prairie, Edina, Eagan, Elko New Market, Farmington, Jordan, Lakeville, New Prague, Savage, and Shakopee.

As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as:
- Off-street parking
- Discounted employee meals
- Free Fitness Center access

- On-Demand Pay with Dayforce Wallet

McKenna Crossing offers the following living options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living with Memory Care, Enhanced Assisted Living, Independent Living

 

 

Compensation:  $16.67 - $19.15/ hour 

 

The Life Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring established life enhancement/life enrichment programming for residents consistent with regulations and established policies, procedures and best practices.

This position is responsible for but not limited to:

• Promoting  the resident’s well being and satisfaction by supporting Liberty in all areas of the resident’s life.
• Developing and interpreting standards of care, guiding the interdisciplinary team to establish and implement the resident’s plan of care with the resident and his/her family and the Household team.  
• Helping to improve systems and eliminate barriers to resident centered care and services.
• Collaborating with residents, families, other professionals and staff to implement established programs that meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents and the Household, including creating diverse opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, life enrichment , exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning, fun and enjoyment, personal routines, spontaneous activity and Household rituals.
• Leading and participating in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily.
• Assisting residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one. Provide for resident leisure life activities. Take residents outdoors, or out in the facility community.
• Planing, implementing and participating in outings and special events.
• Providing one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.

• High School Diploma or related.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, program, implement and coordinate recreation programming for residents. Previous experience with seniors preferred.
• Class B license or ability to obtain within six months of hire as required by site.
• Strong communication skills, including good insights into resident preferences and needs. Demonstrated communication and relationship building skills with residents.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and positive rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
• Demonstrated compatibility with  PHS' mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

The estimated starting pay range for this role is $19.75 - $22.64 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS’s typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends upon many factors including each individual employee’s qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

• Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
• Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
• Life insurance (AD&D)
• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
• Holiday pay and extended sick

 

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

• Vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
• Accident & hospitalization coverage
• Education assistance programs

 

All employees:

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
• Same-day pay
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• College partnership educational discounts
• Access to Learn to Live Resources

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Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage^® home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.

 

 

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.