Engage Life Program Instructor

Atria Senior Living; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Atria Senior Living seeks an Activities Coordinator to lead Engage Life programs and coordinate residents' events. You will plan recreational activities, welcome new residents, and ensure an inclusive schedule that reflects seasonal themes and community interests.

The role emphasizes strong written communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to coordinate with volunteers and staff to deliver engaging programs across the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 3–6 months related experience or equivalent combination.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information clearly in one-on-one or small group settings.

Responsibilities

• Leads Engage Life programs and activities for residents to enhance lives.
• Offers diverse recreational activities with supervision for each activity.
• Develops programs for residents, including those confined to rooms.
• Engages and motivates residents to participate in activities.

Skills

Written communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Leads assigned programs that are of interest and meaning to our residents in order to enhance their lives and exceed their active aging lifestyle expectations.

• Leads assigned Engage Life programs.
• Offers adequate and diversified recreational activities to residents with sufficient supervision for each activity.
• Develops programs for residents including, if applicable, programs designed for residents confined to their rooms.
• Engages and motivates residents resulting in program participation.
• Informs residents of upcoming activities and maintains a current schedule of events on the bulletin board.
• Greets new residents making a special effort to include and engage them in activities and introduce them to others in the community with similar interests and backgrounds.
• Assists in planning parties and activities as well as decorating the community according to the season and/or holiday throughout the years as well as planning monthly birthday parties to honor residents.
• Assists Bright Beginnings including housewarmings.
• Supports and actively participates in the community’s census building initiatives.
• Maintains records of all activities, resident participation levels and acceptance of each activity by residents as required by state law.
• Assists Engage Life Director in enlisting the services of volunteers to aid the activities program.
• May drive company vehicle from community to social and other various destinations (only if required by community).
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three (3) to six (6) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience acceptable.
• Able to write simple correspondence. Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.