Geriatric Activities Coordinator

Life Care Centers of America; Tennessee; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Director of Activities in planning, organizing, and directing diverse quality activities for patients. You will ensure recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs are met in compliance with laws and Life Care standards.

The role requires a high school diploma and an ability to work with geriatric patients, with preference for prior geriatrics experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English; communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating quality activity programs for patients.
• Chart patient progress and behavior descriptively.
• Escort patients to and from activities; provide in-room visits as needed.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and maintain a professional attitude.

Skills

Arts/Crafts/Music

Independent decision making

Communication/Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Geriatrics experience preferred

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Director of Activities in planning, organizing, and directing diverse quality activities for patients. You will ensure recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs are met in compliance with laws and Life Care standards.

The role requires a high school diploma and an ability to work with geriatric patients, with preference for prior geriatrics experience.