Activity Specialist

Synergy Senior Management; Hartland (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Working Hours

Health Insurance

PTO & Sick Leave

401(K)

Job summary

Synergy Senior Management is seeking an energetic Activity Specialist to join our team in California. You will plan, coordinate, and lead a broad range of social and recreational activities to involve all residents, while supporting transportation arrangements for events.

This role requires strong communication, the ability to work with others in event setup, and the physical capability to assist residents on buses and during activities. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or two years experience in geriatrics, recreation or social administration.
• Ability to communicate effectively and perform simple arithmetic.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to complete small setups independently.
• Must be able to assist residents physically in boarding the bus, sitting, standing and walking.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and lead social and recreational activities for residents.
• Arrange transportation to events and programs as needed.
• Create, post and distribute information about events and activities.
• Assist with purchasing supplies for activities.
• Conduct orientation for new residents and be a resource for residents.
• Alert staff to concerns pertaining to residents.
• Plan activities in the absence of the Resident Engagement Director.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Mobility assistance

Team coordination

Education

Associates degree or 2 years experience in geriatrics/recreation/social administration

Job description

We are looking for an energetic Activity Specialist to join our growing team! The right candidate has excellent communication skills and experience in geriatrics, recreation, or social administration

All creative professionals are welcome to apply!

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Working Hours
• Health Insurance
• PTO & Sick Leave
• 401(K)

Responsibilities

• Works to plan, coordinate and lead a wide scope of social and recreational activities with the intent of including all residents in some area of activity.
• Assists in arranging transportation to events and programs when necessary, including bus transportation and other vehicle transportation, scheduling community driver or outside resource
• Creates, posts, and/or distributes information and material regarding events, programs, activities, etc.
• Assists with purchasing necessary supplies, films, crafts, etc.
• Conducts an orientation for new residents, serves as a resource person for residents
• Alerts staff of concerns pertaining to residents
• Plans and coordinates activities in absence of the Resident Engagement Director

Qualifications

• Associates degree or two years experience in geriatrics, recreation or social administration
• Ability to communicate effectively and perform simple arithmetic
• Must be able to work with others in setting up for events
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to complete small set-ups independently
• Must be able to assist residents physically in boarding the bus, sitting, standing and walking

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.