Life Inspired Coordinator

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Chevy Chase House - Washington, DC 20015Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeSalary Range: $18.40 - $19.00 HourlyMeridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.” 

To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees.  What makes a great employee, you ask? 

Nature & scope

The Life Inspired Coordinator brings energy, creativity, and curiosity to daily life in our community. Working alongside the Life Inspired Director, you’ll help design and lead a lively calendar of programs that keep residents engaged — art workshops, history and culture talks, music, games, guest discussions, and special events. Our residents are lifelong learners with rich stories and wide-ranging interests, and this role is about meeting them there: sparking conversation, sharing something you’re passionate about, and building real connections.

You’ll help plan and carry out both group and one-on-one activities that support residents socially, mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually — including programming in Memory Care for communities that offer it. Along the way, you’ll build warm, positive relationships with residents, their families, fellow staff, and partners throughout the surrounding area.

What do we offer to these great employees?

A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision.
1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employees and their family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
Flexible Spending Account
Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401K
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)

What else do we offer?

We equip you with the ability to grow your career – whether it be with us or another employer.
A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence!
Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for.

Details about the Activity Assistant position we are hiring for:

The Activity Assistant will support community member’s quality of life by executing daily activities with community members as a group, or on an individual basis. The Activity Assistant will assist the Activity Director design and execute plans, programs and events that meet the required needs of the community members such as socially, mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. The Activity Assistant will build and maintain positive working relationships with all community members, community member’s families, staff members and throughout the geographic area the community serves.
QualificationsWho thrives in this role

You love the arts, humanities, music, theater, or storytelling — and enjoy sharing that enthusiasm with an audience.
You’re outgoing and warm, and you’re comfortable being the person in front of the room.
You like creating experiences and making people feel welcome — a hospitality, service, or event background is a natural fit.
You get a spark out of planning something original and watching people light up and join in.
You’re curious, and you enjoy learning from people who have a lifetime of experience to share.

Minimum eligibility requirements

Strong, engaging communication skills — written and verbal — with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the public, including comfort presenting to and leading groups.
Genuine enthusiasm for connecting with older adults and an appreciation for what they bring.
Creativity and initiative to design, organize, and lead a varied schedule of enriching programs for adults of all interests and abilities — from those who are highly active to those experiencing cognitive changes related to Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Backgrounds in the arts, humanities, education, hospitality, or event planning are a great fit.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Works well both independently and as part of a team.
Honest, fair, and dependable, with respect for confidentiality and the privacy of others.
Willingness to practice and promote Meridian’s Mission Statement, Core Values, Founding Principles, and Policies and Procedures.
Ability to lead, guide, train, and support volunteers and peers.
Ability to represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
Ability to complete and maintain applicable state dementia-specific training.
Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
Meets all health requirements.
Valid driver’s license without restrictions.
Passes a criminal background check.
Able to perform the duties and responsibilities (essential job functions) of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Basic computer skills.

Essential functions

Design and lead engaging programs — such as art workshops, history or culture presentations, discussions, music, and games — that appeal to a curious, engaged community.
Support the planning, scheduling, and execution of quality activities in accordance with Life Inspired standards.
Bring warmth and hospitality to every interaction; welcome new community members and their families and help them feel at home.
Create and maintain positive relationships with community members and their families.
Generate genuine enthusiasm to encourage and motivate participation.
Collaborate with departmental and community-based peers to keep programming fresh and high quality.
Help prepare and distribute activity calendars and communication materials, and keep activity/orientation boards current.
Assist with community members’ special events, outings, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.
Recruit, guide, and support high-quality volunteers.
Lead by example and maintain ethical standards and professional conduct in line with Meridian Senior Living values.
Operate the community vehicle and follow resident transportation safety procedures.

Customer service

Welcome new community members and their families.

Residents’ rights

Ensure compliance with and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights.