Activities Lead (Life Enrichment Lead)

The Life Enrichment Lead is responsible for the planning, coordination and implementation of activities that aim to promote the preservation and enrichment of each resident’s quality of life. Activities take place throughout each day and make every effort to meet resident needs and interests. This position carries out the activity care plan for each resident, which is integrated with the overall interdisciplinary resident care plan. Together with the entire team at Channing House, your role contributes to promoting a healthy and vibrant home for our residents.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will be responsible for, but not limited to the following essential duties and responsibilities:

Resident Activities – 75% of job duties

Familiar with the activity plan for each resident

Engage residents in meaningful activities and conduct such programs with enthusiasm to encourage them to actively participate

Observe verbal and non-verbal resident responses to activities and appropriately accommodate their needs

Interact fittingly and effectively in one-to-one activities according to the resident’s strengths and limitations.

Assist residents with the programs and determine the suitability of activities for present residents.

Recommend changes to the supervisor as needed.

Keep records and documentation as necessary.

Receive and share information, observe and report residents’ condition or behavior to the     Life Enrichment Supervisor or licensed nurse.

Supporting Responsibilities – 25% of job duties

Assist residents in transferring, repositioning, and walking, while taking measures to reduce falls, skin tears, and skin breakdown.

Assist residents at mealtimes, including distributing meal trays, pouring beverages, and/or feeding residents in need of assistance.

Assist residents to display calendars, pictures, cards, or other mementos.

Deliver and read mail as needed

Help with putting up, taking down, and storing seasonal decorations.

Maintain a tidy, clutter-free environment.

Maintain infection control practices

Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service classes.

Assist with other tasks as directed by the Life Enrichment Supervisor