Life Enrichment Manager

The Life Enrichment Manager is responsible for delivering Life Enrichment programming designed to meet and honor the physical, social, spiritual, sensory and psychological needs of all residents based on an assessment of their individual needs and interests. This position is responsible for advocating and promoting resident participation and choice.

About Us:

Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood consists of 120 independent living and assisted living rental apartment homes, as well as 30 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services.

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do. 

Opportunity Details:

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• Monday through Friday
• Leader on duty weekend rotation approximately every nine weeks.
• Paid holidays off
• Free underground parking

Pay:

• The targeted pay range for this job is $57,000 to $63,000 annually.
• Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits:

• Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.  

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

1. Develops and maintains a master calendar of events, outings and other recreational opportunities for residents.
2. Plans and conducts individual and group activities, events, and outings to meet the assessed needs of residents and documents resident participation.
3. Performs assessments (initial, quarterly, annual) of residents’ recreational needs and completes required sections of MDS, assists in the development of care plan to meet those needs, and participates in resident care conferences.
4. Develops and maintains policies and procedures pertaining to Life Enrichment and communicates these to life enrichment staff and other departments.
5. Provides transportation for residents to outings using community vehicle.
6. Empowers residents to develop interpersonal relationships, socialize effectively and develop confidence to participate in individual and group activity programming.
7. Responsible for department budget and ensuring availability of supplies.
8. Maintains an interdisciplinary focus, being mindful of the needs and operations of other departments. Communicates with other departments in advance of events that will require their assistance and participation.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years of related experience
• Knowledge and understanding of the field of geriatrics and the interpersonal, spiritual and psycho-social needs of older adults.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to:  Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Activity Director Certification through a recognized accrediting body
• Previous experience working with older adults
• ADC, ACC or CTRS preferred but not required