Geriatric Activities Coordinator

Life Care Centers of America; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Director of Activities in planning, organizing, developing, and directing quality activities for patients in a post-acute care setting.

You will help meet recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs of patients, chart progress, escort to activities, and participate in interdisciplinary teams, with a focus on compassionate patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Healthcare background preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating quality activity programs (includes entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and education).
• Chart patient progress and behavior.
• Escort patients to and from activities.
• Make regular in-room visits to patients uninterested or unable to participate in group activities.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Director of Activities in planning, organizing, developing, and directing quality activities for patients in a post-acute care setting.

You will help meet recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs of patients, chart progress, escort to activities, and participate in interdisciplinary teams, with a focus on compassionate patient-centered care.