Activities Assistant - Full Time

The Life Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for implementing a variety of activities and programs that enhance the social, mental, and physical well-being of Memory Care residents.

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Implement therapeutic activities specifically aimed at stimulating memory, improving cognitive function, and maintaining physical abilities. Activities may include music therapy, reminiscence sessions, sensory stimulation, and simple crafts.
• Develop individualized engagement plans based on each resident’s interests, history, and cognitive level to foster meaningful participation and personal connection.
• Organize small scale, calming events and gathering suitable for memory care residents, focusing on creating a sense of routine and familiarity which is comforting for those with memory impairments.
• Work closely with other staff to understand and incorporate strategies that address behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia, enhancing resident participation and well-being.
• Provide training and ongoing support to staff and volunteers on effective communication techniques and engagement strategies for interacting with memory care residents.
• Maintain open lines of communication with families, providing updates on their loved one's participation progress, and offering support and education on dementia care.
• Keep detailed records of each resident's participation and progress in activities adapting programs based on observed outcomes and feedback from care teams.
• Ensure the activity spaces are safe, welcoming, and appropriately designed to meet the needs of residents with cognitive impairments, reducing potential stressors and enhancing comfort.
• Supervisory Responsibility: No.