Engaging Memory Care Activities Coordinator

Ecumenical Retirement; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Length of service bonus awards

PayActiv On-Demand Pay

Medical (Highmark Blue Shield)

Vision and dental

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability plans

Family and medical leave

Bereavement/jury duty leave

Wellness reimbursement

$2 meals on campuses

Job summary

Ecumenical Retirement in Harrisburg, PA is seeking an Activities Coordinator - Memory Support to create engaging experiences for residents. The role is full-time, on-site from 8:30am to 4:30pm with every other Saturday and holiday; pay starts at $18/hour and opportunities exist to earn more with experience.

You will lead residents in memory-support activities, coordinate events at campuses, and collaborate with a supervisory team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs preferred.
• Energetic, personable, positive, enthusiastic, creative and imaginative leadership style.
• Ability to communicate intentions and directions to residents and co-workers; active listening/empathetic.
• Strong motivational skills to positively influence resident participation.
• Valid driver’s license with no major violations in the past three years.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required.

Responsibilities

• Generate ideas for new and favorite experiences.
• Drive residents’ interest in a dynamic lifestyle to promote a sense of pride and purpose.
• Venture out with residents to theaters, museums, sporting events, restaurants, special destinations and more.
• Team up with the Activities Coordinator and/or Associate in preparing and planning on and offsite events and activities.
• Promote a positive, enthusiastic environment to motivate resident engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Active listening

Communication

Empathy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Ecumenical Retirement in Harrisburg, PA is seeking an Activities Coordinator - Memory Support to create engaging experiences for residents. The role is full-time, on-site from 8:30am to 4:30pm with every other Saturday and holiday; pay starts at $18/hour and opportunities exist to earn more with experience.

You will lead residents in memory-support activities, coordinate events at campuses, and collaborate with a supervisory team.