Memory Care Activities Coord

Friendship Manor; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

403b Retirement with employer match

PTO from Day 1

Paid holidays

Schedule flexibility

Home buying assistance (DARI program)

Job summary

Friendship Manor, Inc. in the Quad Cities region seeks a Memory Care Activities Coordinator to join our faith-based, nonprofit senior living community in Moline, IL.

This full-time role supports the Memory Care Department by developing and implementing meaningful activities tailored to residents' interests and needs. The ideal candidate has dementia care experience or training, a CNA certification or willingness to obtain, and a patient, compassionate approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Alzheimer's and Dementia residents
• Familiarity with planning crafts and activities for seniors
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Support the Memory Care Department by developing and implementing meaningful activities addressing residents’ interests and needs
• Ensure activities comply with applicable regulations and Friendship Manor policies
• Collaborate with staff, families and residents to promote engagement and well-being

Skills

Alzheimer’s/Dementia care experience

Crafts & activities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dementia training/certification

CNA certification or willingness to obtain

Job description

Friendship Manor is a great place to work! We're a faith-based, non-profit, senior living community and we've been a big part of the Quad Cities since 1979. We are currently looking for a full-time Memory Care Activities Coordinator. The ideal candidates will be friendly, caring, compassionate with a strong work ethic. You must be service oriented and be attentive to details. We are looking for folks who can thrive in an ever changing environment.We offer GREAT BENEFITS!Health, Dental, Vision InsuranceDisability and Life Insurance for FT employeesVoluntary Supplemental Insurance options403b Retirement fund with employer match programPTO accrual from Day 1 for all FT and PT employeesPaid holidays annually for FT employeesFlexibility in your ScheduleHome buying assistance -Employees of Friendship Manor can qualify through the Manor's DARI programThe primary purpose of this position is to support the Memory Care Department by assisting in the development and implementation of meaningful activities and programs that address the individual interests and physical, mental, emotional, and psychosocial needs of residents. Responsibilities are carried out in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Friendship Manor's policies and procedures.EDUCATION:• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or the equivalent.• Dementia experience and/or Training/Certification• CNA certification or willingness to obtain.EXPERIENCE:• Working with Alzheimer’s and Dementia residents• Crafts, games, etc.SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the public.• Must be a minimum of (18) years of age.• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.