Director Of Life Enrichment, Senior Living, West St. Paul

The Director of Life Enrichment will provide supervisory leadership, support, and direction to staff promoting resident self-fulfillment through psychosocial, spiritual, physical, and emotional involvement. They will be responsive to individual needs and preferences while working collaboratively with residents, families, community, staff, and others to promote individualized living. Other responsibilities include assisting in the implementation and development of innovative programming within the Walker Methodist community and maintain a social model of care while ensuring that the mission, vision and values of Walker Methodist are fulfilled.

Schedule:

Full-Time, M-F

Position Requirements and Specifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Health Care Management, Gerontology, Therapeutic Recreation,

Social Work, or related field preferred. Equivalent health care experience will be considered. Current

Minnesota Class C driver's license in good standing.

Required Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience working with seniors or community services

with a focus on integrative services.

Preferred Experience: Prior experience working with residents with memory loss preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Effectively manage and supervisor others.

Ability to communicate in the English language.

Understanding of, and commitment to, resident centered-care and services.

Ability to complete Walker's Resident Feeding program.

Communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse population.

Educate and positively influence others.

Work independently and within a team setting and hold self and others accountable.

Focus on effective customer service.

Establish and adhere to departmental budgets.

Possess a comprehensive knowledge of varied life enrichment interventions/activities and

demonstrated ability to facilitate implementation of such activities.

Knowledgeable in the dynamics of human behavior and of individual and group social

relationships.

Possess a strong desire to foster change while focusing on a social model of care.

Model and foster a culture of servant leadership.

Foster and adhere to Walker Methodist's Mission, Vision, and Values.