The Bristal Assisted Living
Lifestyle Coordinator-Recreation
The Bristal Assisted Living, Jericho, New York, United States, 11753
Overview
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The Bristal Assisted Living 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 help residents adjust to a new concept of living at our luxury assisted living community, encouraging them to pursue existing interests and to develop new, stimulating ones. You will help plan fun and safe trips to suitable destinations (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. In this role you may be called upon to perform planned activities in the absence of the Director of Recreation. You will maintain knowledge of resident backgrounds, hobbies, special interests, and spoken languages to encourage engagement and participation. The loving attention you bring to the assistance you provide supports the quality of life and wellbeing of our residents every day. The Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Skills/qualifications
Responsibilities
Coordinate and present recreational programs for assisted living residents and residents with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia in the Reflections Memory Care Neighborhood.
Assist residents in adjusting to the community while encouraging pursuit of existing interests and development of new ones.
Plan and supervise activities, trips, and excursions that are safe and engaging.
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.
Qualifications
One year’s prior experience working with a senior population; experience with Alzheimer’s/dementia is a plus.
At least 6 months of recreation activity experience (art therapy, music therapy) or event leadership experience, preferably in assisted living, long-term care, or a similar setting.
Outgoing, warm, and genuinely caring personality.
Ability to create programs that engage residents and generate excitement.
Ability to supervise activities, events, and safe excursions for residents.
Creative talents in areas such as art, music, readings, dance, etc.
Well-groomed appearance and professional attire.
Strong listening and communication skills with a positive, professional attitude.
Proven ability to lead classes and instructional sessions and speak in front of groups with ease and clarity.
High school diploma or equivalent at minimum.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Join to apply for the
Lifestyle Coordinator-Recreation
role at
The Bristal Assisted Living 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 help residents adjust to a new concept of living at our luxury assisted living community, encouraging them to pursue existing interests and to develop new, stimulating ones. You will help plan fun and safe trips to suitable destinations (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. In this role you may be called upon to perform planned activities in the absence of the Director of Recreation. You will maintain knowledge of resident backgrounds, hobbies, special interests, and spoken languages to encourage engagement and participation. The loving attention you bring to the assistance you provide supports the quality of life and wellbeing of our residents every day. The Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Skills/qualifications
Responsibilities
Coordinate and present recreational programs for assisted living residents and residents with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia in the Reflections Memory Care Neighborhood.
Assist residents in adjusting to the community while encouraging pursuit of existing interests and development of new ones.
Plan and supervise activities, trips, and excursions that are safe and engaging.
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.
Qualifications
One year’s prior experience working with a senior population; experience with Alzheimer’s/dementia is a plus.
At least 6 months of recreation activity experience (art therapy, music therapy) or event leadership experience, preferably in assisted living, long-term care, or a similar setting.
Outgoing, warm, and genuinely caring personality.
Ability to create programs that engage residents and generate excitement.
Ability to supervise activities, events, and safe excursions for residents.
Creative talents in areas such as art, music, readings, dance, etc.
Well-groomed appearance and professional attire.
Strong listening and communication skills with a positive, professional attitude.
Proven ability to lead classes and instructional sessions and speak in front of groups with ease and clarity.
High school diploma or equivalent at minimum.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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