Activities Coordinator - Senior Services

Marshfield Clinic; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Marshfield Clinic as an Activities Coordinator for Senior Services, focusing on engaging residents in meaningful activities that enhance their well-being. This role requires strong planning skills to develop programs tailored to individual preferences, fostering independence and community connection. Ideal candidates will have a background in therapeutic recreation and relevant certifications, ready to make a difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional.
• Two years in a social or recreational program; one year in therapeutic activities.
• Certification eligibility as a therapeutic recreation specialist.

Responsibilities

• Plan activities for residents based on assessments and care plans.
• Encourage physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being activities.
• Facilitate both group and individual activities for residents.

Skills

Therapeutic recreation knowledge

Communication

Program planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation

Job description

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Job Title: Activities Coordinator - Senior Services

Cost Center: 351011295 Beaver Dam-NH-Hillside Manor

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: 8-hour day shifts, variable days (United States of America)

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Activities Coordinator for Senior Services will plan activities for all residents based on comprehensive assessments and care plans, considering each resident's preferences. The program will support residents in choosing activities, including facility-sponsored group and individual activities, as well as independent activities, aimed at promoting their physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. The goal is to encourage independence and community interaction.

Job Qualifications

Education/Experience

Qualifications must be from an accredited institution recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation if education beyond high school is required.

Minimum Required:

• Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional with one of the following:
• (A) Eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990;
• (B) Two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, including at least one year full-time in a therapeutic activities program;
• (C) Licensed occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant in Wisconsin;
• (D) Completion of a training course approved by the State.

Preferred/Optional:

Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation.

Certifications/Licenses

Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within three months of hire;
• Certified Nursing Assistant Course completion within six months of hire;
• Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in Wisconsin if meeting Education/Experience criteria “C”.

Optional:

None

Additional Information

Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to accessible, affordable, and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will prioritize listening, serving, and addressing the needs of patients and customers.

Exclusion from Federal Programs: Employee must not be excluded from federally funded programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Immediate notification is required if exclusion occurs or is threatened.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or other protected characteristics.