Activities Assistant - Full Time

Ativo Albuquerque; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ativo Albuquerque is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to implement a variety of activities enhancing the social, mental, and physical well-being of Memory Care residents.

You will develop individualized engagement plans, organize calming events, and collaborate with staff to address dementia-related needs while maintaining detailed participation records and ensuring safe activity spaces.

Qualifications

• Understand dementia progression to tailor activities.
• Develop engaging therapeutic programs for residents.
• Communicate effectively with residents, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Implement activities aimed at memory stimulation and cognitive/physical function.
• Create individualized engagement plans based on resident interests and history.
• Organize small, calming events for memory care residents.
• Collaborate with staff to address behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.
• Provide training to staff and volunteers on engagement strategies.

Skills

Memory care

Therapeutic activities

Communication

Record keeping

Empathy

Education

High school diploma

Therapeutic recreation

Gerontology

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Albuquerque, NM 87120

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $17.50 - $18.50

Job Shift: Day

POSITION SUMMARY

The Life Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for implementing a variety of activities and programs that enhance the social, mental, and physical well-being of Memory Care residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Implement therapeutic activities specifically aimed at stimulating memory, improving cognitive function, and maintaining physical abilities. Activities may include music therapy, reminiscence sessions, sensory stimulation, and simple crafts.
• Develop individualized engagement plans based on each resident’s interests, history, and cognitive level to foster meaningful participation and personal connection.
• Organize small scale, calming events and gathering suitable for memory care residents, focusing on creating a sense of routine and familiarity which is comforting for those with memory impairments.
• Work closely with other staff to understand and incorporate strategies that address behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia, enhancing resident participation and well-being.
• Provide training and ongoing support to staff and volunteers on effective communication techniques and engagement strategies for interacting with memory care residents.
• Maintain open lines of communication with families, providing updates on their loved one's participation progress, and offering support and education on dementia care.
• Keep detailed records of each resident's participation and progress in activities adapting programs based on observed outcomes and feedback from care teams.
• Ensure the activity spaces are safe, welcoming, and appropriately designed to meet the needs of residents with cognitive impairments, reducing potential stressors and enhancing comfort.

Supervisory Responsibility: No.

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• Must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent college degree in a relevant field such as therapeutic recreation, social work, or gerontology preferred.
• Previous experience in a similar role within health care, recreational, or hospitality setting, particularly working with elderly populations in a memory care setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understand the progression and effects of dementia and related disorders to tailor suitable and beneficial activities.
• Ability to develop and implement a variety of recreational and therapeutic programs aimed at improving residents' quality of life.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with residents, staff, and family members. Empathy and patience are crucial in handling residents with memory impairments.
• Implement creative activities that engage multiple senses and cater to different interests and abilities among residents.
• Manage multiple tasks, keep detailed records of resident participation, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Quickly adapt and find solutions when challenges arise, particularly related to resident engagement or program effectiveness.
• Recognize and incorporate the diverse cultural backgrounds of residents into the activity programming to enhance inclusivity.
• Demonstrate compassion and understanding, creating a warm and supportive environment for residents.