Memory Care Activity Coordinator: Enrich Elders’ Lives

Benchmark Senior Living; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays

Discounted meals

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Referral bonus

Wellness programs

401k with match

Medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a compassionate Memory Care Activity Assistant for our Atrium at Rocky Hills memory care facility. The role focuses on planning and delivering individualized and group activities to meet residents’ emotional, cognitive, physical, and social needs within a supportive, caring environment.

Responsibilities include leading activities, developing a seven-day program, and coordinating with the Activity Director.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of aging and disability issues.
• Experience in recreational activities.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, stay positive, and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement one-on-one, small group and large group activities per schedule.
• Develop and implement a seven-day activity program that is engaging.
• Support residents’ abilities by viewing care as an activity.
• Know residents’ background, participation needs, abilities, interests and cognition.
• Encourage residents to attend and participate in programming.
• Communicate changes in residents’ condition or behavior to Harbor Care Director.
• Stay with group during excursions.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Resident engagement

Activity planning

Alzheimer's/dementia knowledge

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a compassionate Memory Care Activity Assistant for our Atrium at Rocky Hills memory care facility. The role focuses on planning and delivering individualized and group activities to meet residents’ emotional, cognitive, physical, and social needs within a supportive, caring environment.

Responsibilities include leading activities, developing a seven-day program, and coordinating with the Activity Director.