Memory Care Activity Coordinator- Full Time

Monarch Communities®; Mahwah (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental,

Vision

Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&

Short Term Disability and Long-Term—

FSA (Commuter/Parking)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Resident Referral Bonus

Job summary

Brandywine Mahwah, part of Monarch Communities, seeks a Full Time Memory Care Activity Coordinator to develop and manage engaging programs for residents in the Memory Care Neighborhood.

You will create resident histories, design monthly calendars, coordinate events with other teams, and support volunteers while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. The role prefers 1–3 years in elderly activities, dementia experience, strong communication, and proficient MS Office skills.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for the design and development of recreation and activity programs to meet the residents' needs and interests with support from the Activity Director.
• Creates resident histories and profiles with family involvement and shares information with associates to develop activities.
• Schedules and coordinates social programs for Memory Care (educational programs, entertainment, events, games, group programs, spiritual services).
• Creates a monthly social program calendar and distributes it to staff and residents.
• Coordinates programs with other departments and interfaces with all personnel as appropriate.
• Seeks partnerships with local organizations to engage residents in programming.
• Assists with training and orientation for volunteers.
• Drive the community vehicle for resident outings.
• Participates in in-service training and ensures compliance with regulations and community policies.

Skills

Activity coordination

Communication

Time management

Independent decision making

Flexible scheduling

Weekend availability

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office (Windows)

Outlook

Excel

Job 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.

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

• 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.