Job Description

$22.56 - $31.54 Pay range

The Club Unity Program Coordinator position at Lake Forest Placeis a unique opportunity to plan and facilitate programs for residents with early stage memory loss who reside in Independent Living. Modeled after an adult day services approach to well-being, this program provides a structured day of engagement for our Independent Living residents who need support managing their days.

Primarily Monday - Friday Schedule.

Why Choose us?!

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off (PTO): With rollover and sellback options
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) with employer match
• Disability Coverage: Long-term and short-term plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services
• Continuing Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
• Life Insurance: Multiple coverage options to protect loved ones
• Commuter Benefits: public transportation and mileage reimbursement
• Pet Insurance: Coverage for pet’s health and wellbeing
• Chaplain Counseling: Onsite 24/7 availability for spiritual and emotional support

Wellness:

• Wellhub: Gym benefit for fitness and health
• Onsite Fitness Centers: Convenient access to gym facilities
• Employee Engagement: Organize events to build community
• Financial Counseling: Professional advice for financial wellbeing
• Mentorship Program: Guidance and career development

Essential Functions:

• Plan and facilitate a full day of engaging programs tailored to the cognitive and physical abilities of participants in the Dementia Enrichment Program, encouraging their highest functional abilities.
• Support and supervise a Program Specialist who facilitates programs, ensuring high-quality, resident-centered activities.
• Evaluate resident participation and outcomes, communicating regularly with families to provide updates and gather input.
• Assist with recruiting new participants for the program, as well as supporting their care and transitions by collaborating with other disciplines within Lake Forest Place.
• Collaborate with the Programs Department to coordinate a variety of events and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage program operations, including creating innovative and engaging activities aligned with the Presbyterian Homes Choices Program's 7 Dimensions of Wellness.
• Maintain documentation and track attendance according to established program policies.
• Develop professional relationships with participants, learning their stories, and responding to their preferences and needs.
• Recruit, train, and assign volunteers to support program goals and participant engagement.
• Utilize software tools such as Caremerge, Touchtown, MyUnity, and Microsoft Office to enhance communication and performance.
• Stay current with required dementia education and ensure program staff complete their training in a timely manner.
• Adhere to Presbyterian Homes Corporate Compliance, HIPAA, and confidentiality policies, demonstrating concern for residents' well-being.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Leadership skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Resourceful and creative in planning activity programs.
• Basic computer skills with a willingness to learn audio-visual technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Energetic, positive, and adaptable to changing conditions.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Education and Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in fields related to Human Services preferred.
• Experience or education in therapeutic music, arts, or recreation for dementia populations is preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Pushing supply carts and assisting in fitness classes.

About Us:
At Presbyterian Homes, we are a distinguished non-profit senior living care organization with a legacy dating back to 1904. We proudly offer a full continuum of care across four luxury retirement communities, including independent and assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Our commitment to excellence in senior living has earned us national recognition and accreditation. We foster a supportive and rewarding workplace environment, as evidenced by our consistently high ratings in engagement surveys.

Presbyterian Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.