Lifestyle Aid

The Lifestyle Aid reports to the Lifestyle Manager and is responsible for assisting in planning, organizing, developing and directing the overall operation of the activities in accordance with policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Assists, plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the activity programs according to care plan practices and resident needs.
• Develops and implements activity policies and procedures.
• Coordinates the activities necessary in the fulfillment of project assignments within budget, quality and scheduling guidelines.
• Supports and assists management staff with marketing efforts of the community – touring, community outreach, working with current residents/families and potential residents/families.
• Provides indirect supervision of volunteers as outlined by the community services objectives.
• Ensures that all activity-related staff and volunteers are trained in the care plan process, understanding the needs of senior residents.
• Leads, participates or attends activities functions (on all shifts) frequently to assure that quality control measures are maintained.
• Visits residents and provides assistance with Activities of Daily Living where applicable.
• Solicits advice from other properties concerning the operation of the Activities to identify problem areas and/or improve services.
• Provides written and/or oral reports of the programs and activities as required.
• Reports any Activities operational concerns to Lifestyle Manager.
• Participates in continuing educational opportunities for personal growth and development.