Geriatric Activities Coordinator

Life Care Centers of America; Rochester (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks an Activities Assistant to support the Director of Activities in planning and directing engaging programs, addressing recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs in compliance with Life Care standards.

The role emphasizes patient-centered service, teamwork with other staff, and ensuring safety and quality in post-acute settings; requires a high school diploma and possible geriatrics experience; a valid driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred experience with geriatrics.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating quality activity programs.
• Chart patient progress and behavior descriptively.
• 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.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function within an interdisciplinary team.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Geriatrics experience preferred

Job description

Life Care Centers of America seeks an Activities Assistant to support the Director of Activities in planning and directing engaging programs, addressing recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs in compliance with Life Care standards.

The role emphasizes patient-centered service, teamwork with other staff, and ensuring safety and quality in post-acute settings; requires a high school diploma and possible geriatrics experience; a valid driver's license is preferred.