Engagement Associate at Evolve Senior Living in Lake Zurich, IL

Job Type Full-time Description Job Title: Engagement Associate   Reports to: Engagement Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt  Position Scope: The engagement associate is responsible for the development and coordination of activity programs for the community that reflect the varied interests of the residents and provide them with meaningful and life enriching activities. They will develop programming that encompasses all facets of an individual’s being: physical, social, intellectual, artistic, and that includes activities in and outside of the community. ABOUT US: Evolve Senior Living was founded on the premise of change. We believe the senior living industry needs to change to appropriately address the needs of tomorrow’s work force and residents. Evolve represents the notion of continuous improvement in our delivery of services for the elderly, providing a safe and dependable environment for our team members and commitment to leading the discussion on change within the senior living sector.   ABOUT YOU: A compassionate team member who seeks an opportunity to do what you love, while touching the lives of those people we have the honor to care for and serve. An entrepreneurial spirit who is excited and motivated by the prospect of change and continuously improving the services we provide.  RESPONSIBILITIES: • Supports the mission, core values and goals of the organization, upholding and promoting company culture and vision.  • Completes all hours of state mandated continuing education each year. • Promotes and displays a spirit of teamwork in performance of daily duties through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments. • Supports a positive and professional image through actions and dress. • Promotes the property in a positive manner and effectively communicates the organization’s values to residents, visitors, co-workers, and the community. • Communicate with the department supervisors of activity programs and upcoming events.  • Create a daily/monthly activity calendar that reflects the varied interests of the residents and provides them with the dates, time, and location of programs and log attendance.  • Coordinate and host all special events, including holiday events. Decorate community according to current holiday or event.  • Maintain an adequate supply of equipment for regular activities, keeping within budgetary guidelines.  • Arrange and transport residents for regular and special outings, including emergency resident care supplies and staff assistance, as needed.  • Cultivate and participate in opportunities for residents to engage in various community centers and service projects.  • Possess and maintain a strong knowledge of the community, its benefits, the services provided, healthcare services overall, the residents and employees.  • Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: • Education: High school diploma or equivalent.  • Experience in creating and coordinating activities for older adults. • Ability to supervise, lead, and motivate people. • Must have a valid driver's license within the state of employment. • Able to delegate responsibility while maintaining oversight of daily activities and major projects. • Experience in volunteer recruitment and training preferred.  • Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed/scheduled. • Knowledge of the requirements for providing care and supervision to the elderly. • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, preferred two years of college specializing in recreational activities. • Must have strong understanding of the English language sufficient to read, write and interpret administrative information. • Must be able to effectively communicate with others. • Must have a strong understanding of the English language, sufficient to speak, read and write.  PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: • Walk/Stand/Sitting – must be able to continuously perform duties that incorporate walking, standing, or sitting. • Environment Condition – must be able to perform work both inside and outside. • Lift - constantly 0 – 10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds. • Carry - constantly 0 – 10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds. • Push - constantly 0 – 10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds. • Climb – must be able to climb stairs on a frequent basis, with the opportunity to utilize the elevator as an alternate resource if available. • Bend – must be able to bend at the waist, knees, hips and spine on a frequent basis, may require frequently manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more. • Twist or rotate – must be able to twist or rotate occasionally at the trunk, hips, knees, and neck, manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more. Salary Description 19.00 per hour