Geriatric Activity Coordinator — CNA Certified

Alvarado Care Center; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarado Care Center in Walnut Creek, CA, is seeking a full-time Activities Assistant to plan and facilitate social and recreational events for residents in a skilled nursing setting. The role requires a California CNA certification and a high school diploma, with strong communication and basic computer skills to manage calendars, progress notes, and records.

Experience with elderly or chronically ill residents is preferred, and the position emphasizes assessing resident needs and adapting

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate, keep order and enforce safety rules with groups.
• Ability to work well with those who have physical or mental limitations.
• California CNA certification is required.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating residents to develop and plan a meaningful activities program.
• Maintain attendance and participation records for residents.
• Maintain records of residents not able to participate and documents of activities.
• Coordinate monthly resident council meetings and ensure issues are followed up.

Skills

Communication

Group management

Safety rules enforcement

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

California CNA certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Alvarado Care Center in Walnut Creek, CA, is seeking a full-time Activities Assistant to plan and facilitate social and recreational events for residents in a skilled nursing setting. The role requires a California CNA certification and a high school diploma, with strong communication and basic computer skills to manage calendars, progress notes, and records.

Experience with elderly or chronically ill residents is preferred, and the position emphasizes assessing resident needs and adapting