Resident Event Coordinator

Graceworks Lutheran Services is a not for profit organization serving over 2000 older adults and adults with disabilities.

We are a leader in offering services and settings that inspire and support a sense of home when people experience challenging and changing circumstances related to aging and living with disabilities.

We are seeking a Full Time Life Enrichment Activities Coordinator to work onsite in Independent Living at the Bethany Village Campus in Centerville, Ohio.

Position summary :

Plan and provide activities for Independent Living residents. Life enrichment services are geared to stimulate residents and promote or maintain independence and increase self-esteem.

Activities include physical, intellectual, creative, social, spiritual, and service / volunteering opportunities.

Duties :

Oversee, plan and carry out special events, group and individual activities and outings with residents in our Independent Living areas.

This includes planning, organizing, and making necessary reservations. (includes holiday decorating and party planning, and program-related communication).

• Work with and communicate with the other LECs when planning and implementing programs and developing monthly calendar of events.
• Build monthly newsletter using office suite programs with attention to detail. Technical / computer skills are critical to this role.
• Monthly budgeting assistance based upon calendar of events.
• Utilization and participation with volunteers (resident and non) to assist with activities.
• Shop for and gather supplies and materials necessary to implement all activities.
• Work closely with transportation to schedule bus transportation based on event needs.
• Communicate to residents and staff plans for activities and develop descriptions about upcoming activities / events for the calendar.
• Must be able to lead large and small group activities, sometimes alone and sometimes in collaboration with other Bethany staff.
• Good time management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are necessary. Flexibility in timing, approach, and collaboration are crucial.
• Responsible for assessing resident activities preferences and interests and then providing those activities.
• Perform other duties as directed. Please note that some events happen after hours and on weekends based on schedule planning.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the organization and all federal and state laws regarding the privacy of protected health information and use of technology and technology-based information.
• Responsible for welcoming and on-boarding new employees.

Qualifications :

High School diploma. Experience with older adults and / or people with dementia preferred. Time management, excellent communication, public speaking, group management, flexibility, inter-disciplinary collaboration, and ability to work in stressful, dynamic situations are necessary

One year experience working in activity programming, education, or field with related skill set is required.

Top benefits :

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program and Success Coach are free resources to help you be successful in all areas of your life
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Extended Illness Benefit

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. W