Memory Care Activities Coordinator

The Country Home; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Early Pay via Tapcheck

Employee perks & discount program

PTO + Holidays + Floating Holidays

Referral bonus

Mentorship programs

Upskilling growth opportunities

Education loan repayment program

Job summary

The Country Home Memory Care – Morris Plains, NJ is seeking an Activities Aide to assist in planning, organizing, and implementing recreational and therapeutic activities for residents. You will work with the Activities Director to create engaging programs that meet individual needs and interests.

This full-time role requires empathy, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to coordinate schedules, document participation, and adapt activities for varying mobility and cognition.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Preferably in activities coordination or elder care.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a caring attitude toward older adults.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Creativity and enthusiasm in developing activities.
• Basic computer skills for documentation purposes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Activity Planning: help plan and organize daily, weekly, and monthly schedules.
• Lead and facilitate group activities: games, arts/crafts, music, and exercise programs.
• Encourage resident participation and adapt activities for mobility and cognitive levels.
• Build relationships, monitor safety, and report mood/health changes.
• Document resident attendance and participation per facility policies.
• Set up and clean activity spaces, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment.
• Organize and run special events with volunteers and staff.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication

Patience empathy caring attitude

Ability to work independently and as a

Creativity and enthusiasm

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Country Home Memory Care – Morris Plains, NJ is seeking an Activities Aide to assist in planning, organizing, and implementing recreational and therapeutic activities for residents. You will work with the Activities Director to create engaging programs that meet individual needs and interests.

This full-time role requires empathy, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to coordinate schedules, document participation, and adapt activities for varying mobility and cognition.