Memory Care Activity Coordinator

Monarch Communities; Ackermans Mills (NJ); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D

STD/LTD

FSA

EAP

401(k) Matching

PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Resident Referral Bonus

Job summary

Monarch Communities is seeking a Memory Care Activity Coordinator to lead resident engagement in the Memory Care Neighborhood at Brandywine Mahwah, NJ. The role focuses on developing and administering a comprehensive activity program tailored to residents' needs, interests, and capabilities.

You will collaborate with family members, coordinate programs with other departments, and ensure compliance with regulations while supporting volunteers and community partners.

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills with residents, families and staff.
• Experience in memory care or dementia care is preferred.
• High school diploma or higher education is preferred.
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel).
• Ability to manage time effectively and stay organized on multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop recreation and activity programs to meet residents' needs and interests in Memory Care.
• Create resident histories and profiles with family involvement; summarize information for staff.
• Schedule and coordinate social programs, educational events, entertainment, and group activities.
• Create monthly social program calendars and distribute to staff and residents.
• Coordinate programs with other departments and interface with all personnel.
• Seek partnerships with local organizations for community programming.
• Assist with training and orientation for volunteers.
• Drive the community vehicle for resident outings.
• Attend in-service training as scheduled.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations and community policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Independent decision-making

Flexible schedule

Weekend availability

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Employment Category: Full Time - Scheduled at Least 30 Hours Per Week
• Compensation: USD 19.5 - USD 20.5 - hourly

Company Description

Brandywine Mahwah by Monarch Communities:

Company Culture and Values:At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Job Description

Position:Full Time Memory Care Activity Coordinator

Location: Brandywine Mahwah 814 Wyckoff Ave, Mahwah, NJ 07430

Pay Range: $19.50 - $20.50 per hour

Final compensation will be based on experience and qualifications

Job Overview

The Memory Care Activity Director is responsible for developing and administering a comprehensive resident engagement and activity program to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the Residents within the Memory Care Neighborhood.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assumes the responsibility for the design and development of recreation and activity programs to meet the assessed needs, interests, and capabilities of the Residents in his neighborhood with the help of the Activity Director.
• Creates resident histories and profiles with family involvement. Summarizes information from histories. Shares information with associates as well as develop activities based on these interests
• Assumes responsibility for scheduling and coordinating miscellaneous social programs for Memory Care(i.e., educational programs, entertainment programs, special events, games, group programs, spiritual services, etc.)
• Creates a monthly social program calendar, has the calendars printed, and distributes them to community personnel and residents
• Coordinates programs with other departments in the community and interfaces with all personnel as appropriate
• With the help of the Activity Director seeks partnerships with local organizations to engage in programming at the community
• Assists with the development and provision of training and orientation programs for volunteers
• Drive the community vehicle for resident outings
• Participates in and attends all in-service training as scheduled
• Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications

• One to three years related experience and/or training in leading/creating activities for the elderly preferred
• Experience working with individuals with Dementia and Alzheimer's preferred
• High school diploma or higher education preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Exhibit strong time management and organizational skills
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Must work at least one weekend day a week
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications

Additional Information

Benefits Offered(Full Time):

• Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision
• Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability
• Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• FSA (Commuter/Parking)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Other Compensation Programs:

• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.