Memory Care Activities Coordinator

Talentify; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health plans

Telemedicine

Holiday pay

Life Insurance

Job summary

Priority Life Care is seeking a Memory Care Activities Assistant to coordinate, develop, and maintain engaging programs for residents in the Memory Care unit. The role requires dementia management training/certification and a dedication to compassionate care in a senior living setting.

Responsibilities include documenting participation, ordering supplies, providing bedside activities, and driving the community van as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience conducting activities.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
• Prior experience in long-term care, home health or related service industries is a plus.
• Prior experience working with dementia and/or memory care is a plus.
• Must have a clean driving record and be able to drive a large resident passenger vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Promotes self-esteem and social interaction of residents and encourages participation in activities.
• Observes, analyzes, and records residents’ participation during activities.
• Orders needed supplies (e.g., art and craft supplies, party supplies) and tracks inventory.
• Provides bedside activities for residents unable to attend regularly scheduled activities.
• Identifies and provides adaptive devices for residents with sensory deficits (large-print books, tape recorders).
• Updates calendars and posts a monthly activity calendar.
• Drives the community van/bus as needed.
• Reports all concerns and/or complaints to the Memory Care Program Coordinator.
• Attends training and certification programs as required.
• Complies with state, federal, and all applicable health care and safety standards.
• Promotes and exemplifies Priority Life Care mission and values.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

Priority Life Care is seeking a Memory Care Activities Assistant to coordinate, develop, and maintain engaging programs for residents in the Memory Care unit. The role requires dementia management training/certification and a dedication to compassionate care in a senior living setting.

Responsibilities include documenting participation, ordering supplies, providing bedside activities, and driving the community van as needed.