Activities Coordinator

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living in Lakewood, CO is seeking a compassionate Activities Coordinator for a part-time role. The position runs Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, with pay at $21.00 per hour and in-person duties at our Lakewood location.

Responsibilities include planning monthly activity calendars and delivering programs to meet residents' physical, emotional, and social well-being under supervision. Experience in elder care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have sympathetic attitude toward elderly care.
• Ability to read and write; follow written and verbal directions.
• 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED; experience in providing care to the elderly.
• Certificate in therapeutic recreation or activities is a plus.
• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Plans monthly activity calendar for the designated home(s), ensuring residents' needs are met.
• Organizes group and one-on-one social activities, indoor and outdoor activities, and community outings.
• Develops spiritual, creative (arts, crafts, music, drama) and musical activities; coordinates with entertainers.

Skills

Elder care experience

Strong communication

Read and write

Motivation to help

Stress management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Therapeutic recreation certificate (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Activities Coordinator

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Job description:

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living is looking for a part-time activities coordinator. Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

JOB SUMMARY:

A person specifically trained and competent to provide ongoing program of activities to meet physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of Rocky Mountain Assisted Living residents under the direction, instruction and supervision of Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the elderly

• Ability to carry our written and verbal directions and to read and write.

• 18 years of age or older

• High School Diploma or GED

• Experience in providing care to the elderly

• Certificate in therapeutic recreation or activities in a plus

• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office.

PERSONAL SKILLS:

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to maintain composure and be resourceful in stressful situations.

• Willingness to accept constructive criticism and the ideas and advice of others.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to be efficient.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• Basic computer skills

• Ability to motivate residents and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans monthly activity calendar for the designated home(s), ensuring all

residents’ physical, emotional, spiritual and psychosocial needs are being met.

Activities should include but not be limited to:

• Group and one-on-one social activities

• Indoor and outdoor activities

• Community outings

• Spiritual programs geared toward current residents’ faiths

• Creative activities such as arts, crafts, music and drama

• Musical activities such as sing-a-longs and hired entertainers

Job Type: FULL TIME

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Why are you interested in this position?

Ability to Commute:

• Lakewood, CO 80123 (Required)

• Work Location: In person