Creative Activities Coordinator - Senior Living

OptimaCare; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

OptimaCare in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a compassionate activity assistant to support residents’ well-being through engaging group activities and personalized one-on-one interactions.

The role involves facilitating activities, tracking attendance, organizing supplies, and assisting with outings and special events while maintaining a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as required. Prior experience with Alzheimer's/dementia is a plus.

Qualifications

• Diploma or GED required.
• Creativity is important in developing engaging activities.
• Experience with Alzheimer’s/Dementia and special needs is a plus.
• Ability to self motivate and work independently.
• Flexibility with schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group activities.
• Encourage activity involvement and chart attendance.
• Assist in keeping activity supplies clean and organized.
• Assist with 1 on 1 activities, transport residents to and from activities.
• Assist with outings and special events and other assigned duties.

Skills

Creativity

Self-motivation

Flexible schedule

Education

Diploma or GED

Job description

OptimaCare in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a compassionate activity assistant to support residents’ well-being through engaging group activities and personalized one-on-one interactions.

The role involves facilitating activities, tracking attendance, organizing supplies, and assisting with outings and special events while maintaining a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as required. Prior experience with Alzheimer's/dementia is a plus.