Life Enrichment Specialist I

Overview Put Your Purpose To Work at PHS • We Have a Place for YOU • Apply To Waverly Gardens Today! At Waverly Gardens, find purpose and passion in your work with a team of like-minded people focused on enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is looking for someone like you, who is focused on living out your calling for care. YOU become part of the most important resource in our ministry--focused on helping to understand people's needs and working together to be supportive and empowering in order to build a vibrant and thriving community. You benefit from a close-knit community-based team and a supportive organization with opportunities for movement and growth.

Presbyterian Homes & Services - Waverly Gardens is seeking a Recreation Specialist to join our team.

• SCHEDULE/HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, occasional weekend shifts based on business needs.
• REPORTING STRUCTURE The Life Enrichment Specialist reports to the Life Enrichment Director.

Sheltered by ten acres of lush parkland, Waverly Gardens architecture reflects an aura of Old World Charm that has been revitalized and paired with today's most luxurious amenities. The community is located 15 miles north of St. Paul, just off I-35E, with nearby lakes, trails and parks. This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living with Memory Care, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Care Center/Long Term Care

Address: 5919 Centerville Road, North Oaks, MN 55127 As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as:- Off-street parking- Discounted employee meals- Free Fitness Center access- Employee recognition parties Nearby towns include: White Bear Lake, Blaine, Mahtomedi, Shoreview, Forest Lake, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Centerville, Circle Pines, Spring Lake Park, Vadnais Heights and Dellwood.

What Differentiates PHSBy prioritizing the needs of our people, it changes the focus of the organization (PHS) to enabling, empowering, engaging, educating and inspiring YOU and the people we all touch. You, as a team member are able to bring your talents to your work, and to access the support needed to be set up for success. Together, we all make up who PHS is.As a faith-based nonprofit organization, PHS considers our Christian Ministry values to be at the heart of all we do and it forms the cornerstone of our identity as an organization. We strive to reflect the love of God and define our service to you and others as an expression of God’s grace. Hiring people that value and support our community and culture is as important to us as hiring people who have the skills for the position. Together, our team and volunteers offer their gifts and serve more than 26,000 older adults each year.All are welcomePresbyterian Homes & Services strives to create a safe and welcoming environment for residents, guests, employees, and volunteers. Our Biblical Framework and “Love One Another” Christian ministry theme (John 13:34) guide every action and help us to focus on our Mission: To honor God by enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults.

Responsibilities:

The Recreation Specialist is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing and monitoring high quality life enhancement/recreation therapy programming for residents consistent with regulations and established policies, procedures and best practices.

Qualifications:

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Occupational Therapist, COTA or related field. Specialized training or experience in geriatric activities, social work or gerontology is desirable. Is licensed or registered, if applicable, by the State in which practicing. Two (2) years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five (5) years, one (1) of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting.

Class B license or ability to obtain within six months of hire as required by site.

• Demonstrated leadership qualities, leadership skills, interpersonal relationship skills and knowledge of federal and state regulations governing activities practice and leadership.

Strong assessment skills, including good insights into resident preferences and needs. Demonstrated strong communication and relationship building skills with residents, and ability to explain resident needs to others as needed for resident advocacy.

• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Pay Range The estimated starting pay range for this role is $19.73 - $24.31 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS’s typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends on many factors including each individual employee’s qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.

Benefits:

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans Life insurance (AD&D) Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

Vision insurance Voluntary short-term & long-term disability Accident & hospitalization coverage

Education assistance programs:

All employees:

Accrue PTO (Paid time off) Same-day pay Employee assistance program (EAP) College partnership educational discounts Access to Learn to Live Resources

About PHS:

Based in St. Paul, Minnesota–Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care options and services for older adults. There are over 7,500 team members like you at PHS, serving more than 26,000 older adults through 60+ PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage® and other community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive®, the largest geriatric primary care practice in MN, providing comprehensive care for over 15,000 older adults. An Innovative Leader: Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an Innovative Leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living, and overall well-being. PHS is now one of the largest nonprofit senior housing and services providers in the US.Our strong focus on our employees, means we are committed to an environment where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. With a strong commitment to team growth from within, roughly 80% of leadership roles are filled through the development of people like you. To learn more about PHS culture, benefits and team development, we invite you to visit the "Careers" section of our website.Let's get you started.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.