Activity Coordinator

HumanGood Pennsylvania; Jenkintown (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

PTO & holidays

401(k) with employer match

HSA option

Tuition Reimbursement

Cell phone plan

Cell phone stipend

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Rydal Park - a HumanGood community in Jenkintown, PA is seeking an Activity Coordinator to lead wellness and recreational programs for residents in our geriatric community. Under supervision, you will create educational, entertaining and challenging activities and outings to enhance quality of life and resident satisfaction.

A successful candidate will have an associate degree in recreation or related field (bachelor's preferred), 1–2 years in a geriatric setting, and at least two years of

Qualifications

• Associate degree in recreation, health education or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience, preferably in a geriatric setting.
• Two or more years of direct programming experience with older adults.
• State certification for Activities Leader preferred for skilled nursing.
• CTRS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and monitor wellness and recreation programs for residents.
• Provide programs and events that encourage engagement and socialization.
• Ensure life enrichment programs meet all local, state and federal regulations.
• Plan monthly activity calendars and coordinate in-room programs for bedfast residents.
• Give guidance to and coordinate work of Activity Assistants and volunteers.
• Recruit, train and manage the volunteer program.

Skills

Communication skills

Program planning

Volunteer management

Resident engagement

Education

Associate's degree in recreation/health education or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Rydal Park - a HumanGood community
1515 The Fairway
Jenkintown, PA 19046, USA

Description

The Activity Coordinator at Rydal Park & Waters is part of a team that is committed to creating a dynamic culture at our community. Under general supervision, the Activity Coordinator provides and promotes qualityeducational, entertaining and challenging activities, programs and outings for residents in theassigned level of care in an effort to enhance quality of life and resident satisfaction in support ofthe company’s mission, vision and core beliefs. As a representative and team member of the company, this position is expected to present oneself in a manner that reflects professionalism and ensures resident satisfaction.

To be successful in this role, you would have:

• Associate's degree with emphasis in recreation, health education or related field; and college course work in social work, gerontology, psychology, recreation therapy or related field,Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1 or 2 years of experience, preferably in a geriatric setting; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities
• Two or more years of direct programming experience with older adults.
• State certification for Activities Leader required for Activity Coordinators working in Skilled Nursing (36-hour minimum, can be acquired after hire) preferred for those not working in Skilled Nursing.
• CTRS Preferred

A day in the life may include:

• Plan, implement and monitor wellness and recreation programs to meet the specific needs of residents
• Provide programs and events that encourage engagement and socialization to help support high quality of life for our residents
• Ensure life enrichment programs meet all local, state and federal regulations
• Plans, prepares, directs and participates in variety of activity programs for residents, such as entertainment, cooking, educational programs, arts and crafts, games, sports, and outings; ensures that all regulatory requirements for types of activities are met.
• Give guidance to and coordinates work of Activity Assistants and/or volunteer staff performing administrative tasks or duties such as instructing, assigning work, reviewing work, maintaining standards, and coordinating activities included recruitment, training and managing volunteer program supervising volunteers,
• Plan monthly activities calendar for community, schedules, promotes, leads and instructs activities; encourages participation; coordinates in-room programs for bedfast residents and for those not desiring to attend group programs;

What’s in it for you?

At HumanGood, we’re driven by purpose—reimagining senior living and creating communities where older adults can thrive. When you join us, you’re part of something bigger, making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every day. Build your future where you’re supported — you’ll have the total rewards you need to build a confident, secure life for you and your family. Count on a compensation package that maximizes your health, wealth and well-being. And adds up to 40% in value to your base compensation.

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits and perks to support you, including*:

• Health, Dental and Vision Plans- start the 1 st of the month following your start date
• 20 days of paid time off (increases with years of service), plus 7 company holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest
• HSA option with employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs
• $25/line unlimited cell phone plan (plus taxes and fees)
• Cell Phone Stipend
• 5-star employer-paid employee assistance program

*Please Note: Benefit eligibility is determined by employment status and regularly scheduled hours.

And as team members support residents, HumanGood supports team members. Here, you'll have the benefits and compensation you need to build a secure life for your family, and real opportunities to grow in your career, gain leadership skills and develop personally. Join us. You'll make a difference by helping our team members and our residents realize their full human potential.

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