Memory Care Activities Coordinator – CNA Preferred

Willow Ridge of NC; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Training

Leadership Support

Career Growth

Team Environment

Meaningful Difference

Job summary

Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center is seeking a Memory Care Activities Coordinator to create structured, engaging programs for residents living with memory-related conditions in Rutherfordton, NC. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient leadership and collaboration with the care team.

You will plan and lead daily activities designed for Alzheimer’s and dementia residents, adapting to individual needs while promoting engagement, dignity, and joy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CNA certification preferred.
• Experience with Memory Care or long-term care preferred.
• Ability to lead group and individual activities.
• Passion for improving quality of life for older adults.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead daily memory care activities.
• Develop programs for cognitive, physical, emotional well-being.
• Lead music, arts and crafts, games, and special events.
• Adapt activities to resident abilities and interests.
• Maintain calendars and records; document participation.
• Collaborate with nursing and families on resident-centered care.
• Assist residents safely to activities and help with wheelchairs.

Skills

Compassion

Creativity

Patience

Energetic

Communication

CNA Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA Certification

Job description

Memory Care Activities Coordinator – CNA Preferred

Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center | Rutherfordton, NC

Full-Time | Competitive Pay | Great Benefits

Create Meaningful Moments. Build Connections. Enrich Lives.

Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center is seeking a compassionate, creative, and energetic Memory Care Activities Coordinator to join our team in Rutherfordton, NC.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a passion for working with seniors living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other memory-related conditions. We are looking for someone who can bring creativity, patience, compassion, and enthusiasm to our Memory Care program while creating meaningful experiences for our residents every day.

CNA certification is preferred, especially for candidates with experience working in Memory Care, Long-Term Care, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, or Senior Living.

If you love connecting with seniors and believe every resident deserves opportunities for purpose, engagement, dignity, and joy, we want to meet you.

Why Join Willow Ridge?

We believe our employees are the heart of the care we provide. We are proud to offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Training & Orientation
• Supportive Leadership Team
• Positive, Team-Focused Work Environment
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• The Opportunity to Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Your Impact as a Memory Care Activities Coordinator

As our Memory Care Activities Coordinator, you will help create a structured, engaging, and supportive environment designed around the unique needs and abilities of our Memory Care residents.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning, coordinating, and leading daily activities specifically designed for residents with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and memory-related conditions
• Developing meaningful programming that supports cognitive stimulation, physical activity, creativity, socialization, and emotional well-being
• Leading activities such as music, arts and crafts, sensory activities, games, exercise, reminiscing, holiday celebrations, and special events
• Adapting activities to each resident's abilities, interests, preferences, and stage of memory loss
• Encouraging resident participation through patience, creativity, and positive reinforcement
• Creating opportunities for one-on-one engagement for residents who may not participate in group activities
• Building trusting relationships with residents and helping create a calm, welcoming, and engaging Memory Care environment
• Assisting residents safely to and from activities, including wheelchair assistance when needed
• Maintaining activity calendars, supplies, participation records, and required documentation
• Communicating resident interests, behaviors, preferences, and participation with the interdisciplinary care team
• Collaborating with nursing, caregivers, families, and other departments to support resident-centered care
• Helping coordinate special events, celebrations, family activities, and community programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• CNA certification preferred
• Experience working with Memory Care, Alzheimer's, dementia, senior living, skilled nursing, assisted living, or long-term care residents preferred
• Activities, recreation, caregiving, or senior engagement experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of dementia-friendly activities and approaches to resident engagement is a plus
• Compassionate, patient, creative, dependable, and energetic
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to organize and lead both group and individual activities
• Ability to safely assist residents, including pushing wheelchairs when needed
• A genuine passion for improving the quality of life of older adults

More Than Activities — It's About Connection

In Memory Care, the smallest moments can have the greatest impact.

A familiar song. A favorite activity. A shared laugh. A conversation that creates a sense of comfort and belonging.

As our Memory Care Activities Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to create those moments every day.

At Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center, we believe meaningful engagement is an important part of exceptional resident care. We are looking for someone who will bring compassion, creativity, patience, and positive energy to our Memory Care community.

If you are an Activities Coordinator, Activities Assistant, CNA, Memory Care Caregiver, Recreation Assistant, or senior care professional looking for an opportunity to grow while making a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply.