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Form of workFriendly, compassionate and adaptable individuals who strive for excellence will thrive in ClarkLindsey's environment.
Per the Illinois Department of Public Health, all team members must receive the annual influenza vaccine, or wear a mask while working during flu season. We encourage team members to get the latest COVID-19 vaccine.
Per the Illinois Department of Public Health, all applicants must participate in and pass a criminal background check after receiving a contingent employment offer.
Plan, organize, coordinate and lead programs to assure that the needs of all residents are met/maintained on an individual and/or group basis. Programs will support resident's physical, social, intellectual and spiritual well-being.
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This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position. Working one weekend per month is required. Occasionally working on some holidays (coordinated with the team) will be expected.
When you join ClarkLindsey, a Life Plan Community located in Urbana, IL, you join a team that is invested in creating an inclusive environment where team members can share their unique talents and perspectives so that the older adults we serve can have their best day. We exist to support the well-being of older adults, and also the team members who care for them. This fast-paced environment is teeming with talent who have deep experience with providing quality services to older adults throughout Champaign County. We are constantly creating innovative strategies to support well-being throughout the aging experience.
We are pleased to announce the search for a Full-Time Resident Engagement Specialist. Adaptable, friendly and compassionate individuals who genuinely enjoy building meaningful relationships with older adults will thrive in this role.
This role is responsible for coordinating the programming that engages the mind, body and spiritin wellness and community so that residents can live their best lives. The Resident Engagement Specialist ("Specialist" hereafter) will plan, organize, coordinate and lead programs to assure that the needs of all residents are met/maintained on anindividual and/or group basis. Programs will support resident's physical, social, intellectual and spiritualwell-being.The Specialist will work closely with the Resident Engagement team to determine and implementresident and community-wide activities. As an active member of the Leadership Team, the Specialistwill work closely with all departments to ensure organizational strategies and initiatives align withefforts to support residents.
Typical responsibilities include:
- Determine, develop, plan, organize and evaluate Resident Engagement programs for thecampus.
- Build deep and meaningful relationships with residents to encourage resident leadership in programming.
- Lead, instruct, supervise and/or support resident programs, special events, and off-sitetrips.
- Secure contracted instructors for presentations, special events, and recreationalprograms as needed.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure awareness, education, communicationand participation in Resident Engagement initiatives throughout the campus.
- Work closely with Resident Council, Resident Committees, or representatives to supportresident programs and events.
Details
- This is a full-time position
- Hours are generally 9:00am - 5:30pm, Monday-Friday with one weekend per month. Occasional scheduled evening hours are possible.
Benefits
- Full benefits package, including 401k with company match, paid time off and sick leave
- Paid Time Off and sick leave package starts accruing on day one of employment.
- Early access to earned income through PayActiv
- Free employee meals
- Work environment designed to cultivate meaningful relationships with residents and fellow team members
Per the Illinois Department of Public Health, all teammembers must receive the annual influenza vaccine (exemption requests will bereviewed). We also encourage team members to get the latest COVID-19 vaccine.
- Experience with PointClickCare and Microsoft Teams a plus.
- Must be able to use technology (i.e. Microsoft products) to complete job functions including reporting, documenting and communicating. Must have a level of understanding to teach others how to optimally use technology.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with co-workers, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public
- Must have a general knowledge of, and contact with, available community programs to assist the elderly
- Must have the ability to build rapport with resident, team members, families and others involved with supporting the resident's well-being.
- Experience coaching and supervising team members a plus.
- Must abide by ClarkLindsey's HIPAA privacy and security rules as described in the Employee Handbook.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and to remain calm during emergency situations.
ClarkLindsey is an equal opportunity employer.
