Activities Leader - On-Call - Memory Care

Cross Keys Village - The Brethren Home Community; New Oxford (Adams County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Positive work environment

Comprehensive training opportunities

Job summary

Cross Keys Village - The Brethren Home Community in New Oxford seeks an Activities Leader for Brookside Memory Care Residence. This position focuses on enriching residents' lives through engaging activities, fostering a sense of community.

The ideal candidate will have communication skills, experience in planning activities, and a compassionate approach to care. The role offers a flexible schedule with opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Current driver's license required for transportation.
• Prior experience with activities or older adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily activities promoting community engagement.
• Research and develop wellness programs.
• Document resident activity attendance and responses.
• Recognize signs requiring nursing intervention.

Skills

Communication skills

Activity planning

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activities Leader - Brookside Memory Care Residence

CKV is currently seeking a compassionate and motivated individual to become a part of our Life Engagement team and help provide our residents with new and exciting activities to enrich and fulfill their daily lives. As a Activities Leader working at CKV, we will provide you with opportunities to enjoy a friendly work environment guided by Christian values.

Our current needs include;

• On-call with the ability to work day, evening, weekend, and holiday hours as needed.

Who We Are

As the largest nonprofit, single-site retirement community in Pennsylvania, Cross Keys Village is dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults. It is our vision to be a leading innovator offering older adults a life infused with quality and purpose. We accomplish these goals - and more through our compassionate team of individuals who strive every day to provide the best care and services our community needs.

Our Brookside Memory Care Residence is a specialized personal care environment for individuals with a diagnosis of neurocognitive disorder or dementia, designed to provide an optimal environment during the intermediate stages of their disease. CKV team members work together to provide Brookside residents with guidance, cueing, the right level of stimulation and interaction with others who understand the progression of their condition.

Job Description

As a Activities Leader, your scope of responsibilities will include but is not limited to:

• Providing daily, individual/group activities for Brookside residents, which promote a sense of community, support a culture of wellness and encourage residents to be engaged with others independently.
• Utilizing designated planning times to research and develop programs, which provide physical, cognitive, emotional, social and spiritual opportunities.
• Performing community life evaluations of residents, upon request, recording daily activity attendance and documenting any activities provided and the resident’s response.
• Recognizing abnormal signs and symptoms, which signify a physical or mental change in condition that would require nursing intervention.

Education And Experience

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Current PA driver’s license for transporting residents and general shopping purposes required.
• Prior experience planning/implementing activities and/or working with older adults preferred.
• Must perform assigned duties at the level of quality required by CKV and in the allotted time.
• Must possess good communication skills to routinely interact with residents, families, team members and visitors.

Join Our Work Family

As a team member at Cross Keys Village, you will be provided with many benefits such as flexible work schedules, a positive work environment and comprehensive training opportunities. Our large campus also offers you excellent dining options, community events and much more.

If you want to become a part of our unique and friendly team, apply to be a Activities Leader with Cross Keys Village today!