Good Day Respite Activities Coordinator

Lake Sunapee VNA; New London (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice seeks a per diem Good Day Respite Activities Coordinator to create and deliver activities for adults with cognitive impairments. The role involves ensuring a safe environment, collaborating with volunteers, and communicating with caregivers. Candidates should have experience in geriatrics, CPR certification, and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Retirement Account

Longevity Benefit

Tuition Reimbursement

Continuing Education

Cell Phone Discount

Gym Discount

AAA Membership

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with geriatric individuals or persons with disabilities.
• Must be certified in adult CPR equivalent to basic life support from recognized organizations.
• Proof of Flu vaccination required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, provide, and coordinate purposeful activities for program participants.
• Provide a safe and comfortable environment while working with volunteers.
• Assist in screening applicants for the program.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Our core values of Community, Compassion, Empowerment, and Excellence are at the heart of our culture and everything we do.

Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice is seeking a Good Day Respite Activities Coordinator. The Good Day Respite is a non-medical, adult day program for individuals with mild to moderate cognitive impairment. The hours for the Activities Coordinator are Tuesday and Thursday each week from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. This position is Per Diem.

As the Good Day Respite Activities Coordinator you will plan, provide, and coordinate purposeful activities designed to meet the needs and interests of the Good Day Respite Program participants. The Activities Coordinator will provide a safe and comfortable environment, work with program volunteers, communicate with caregivers, and assist in screening applicants for the program.

Benefits for the Good Day Respite Activities Coordinator:

• Retirement Account
• Longevity Benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education
• Cell Phone Discount
• Gym Discount
• AAA Membership

Good Day Respite Activities Coordinator Position Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• At least 2 years of experience working with geriatric individuals or persons with disabilities

• Must be certified in adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) equivalent to basic life support from either the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association

• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) required
• Proof of Flu vaccination
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver's license
• Automobile insurance
• Physical exam within the last year
• Two-step TB test

Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice is a mid-sized agency, providing home health care, hospice, palliative and personal care services to people of all ages in parts of Grafton, Merrimack, and Sullivan counties in New Hampshire.

Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.