Life Enrichment Supervisor - Wheaton, IL
6 hours ago
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY
We are pleased to offer the position of Life Enrichment Supervisor within the Kenneth Moy Care Center. This position is part of the Recreation Therapy Department and collaborates with volunteers along with employees within the department to deliver quality programming for the residents.
This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Personal days.
To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit Employees Benefit Information
For detailed information on paid time off, visit: AFSCME Council 31 - Care (Download PDF reader)
This position is assigned to the AFSCME Council 31 (Care Center) Bargaining Unit
DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include:
- Directs the development of all house life enrichment therapy programs and services with a view toward maintaining interest and improving resident quality of life
- Monitors programs to determine progress toward department and facility goals
- Ensures documentation and programming by assigned life enrichment staff meet federal, state, Illinois Department of Public Aid (IDPA) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) through monitoring and training
- Ensures that programming meets the needs of various types of residents as defined by standards set forth by IDPH and IDPA.
Plans and organizes all house activities
Supervises volunteers during activities and provides support to the residents related to transporting, feeding, and other personal needs
- Participates in care plan meetings with residents and families to assure quality care
- Completes state and federally mandated documentation.
- Assesses each individual resident with regard to needs for leisure and adaptive equipment.
Performs one-on-one assessments with residents unable to participate in group activities.
Assists and supports all life enrichment activities
- Coordinates with department manager to assess staff competency and provide for staff training and development
- Acts as a liaison between the Care Center and community organizations in regard to planning for resident programs
- Coordinates services with other departments to maximize resources
- Assists with the development and management of budget
- Assists with the coordination of various fundraising events
- Keeps current with job related professional developments and/or regulations
Recommends hires and promotions, directs, evaluates, and adjusts grievances for all assigned positions
Participates in facility-wide quality improvement initiatives and projects
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE
Requirements include the following experience or equivalent combination of training and experience:
- Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or related field,
- Two (2) years of experience as a team lead or a supervisor
- Certification as a Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (C.T.R.S) as required by the State of Illinois.
- Valid Illinois Driver's License will be required when travel is part of the position
A post offer physical is required.
A pre-employment background check is required.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Medium Work: Exerting up to 30pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and /or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for light work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work will occur in an office and field environment. This position regularly includes working with residents. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to quiet.
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