Memory Care Activity Specialist

Atria Senior Living; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and PTO

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atria Senior Living in Tinton Falls, NJ, is seeking a dedicated individual to lead engaging recreational programs designed for residents, especially those with Alzheimer's and Dementia. This role offers a supportive environment for employees while ensuring the community members thrive.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and knowledge of recreational therapy methods. Responsibilities include planning activities, engaging residents, and ensuring participation. Benefits include paid holidays and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1-2 years experience with an adult population.
• Working knowledge of recreational therapy or activity programming.
• Required certifications as per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned Life Guidance programs and develop service plans.
• Engage residents in diversified recreational activities.
• Plan individual birthday celebrations for each resident.

Skills

Recreational therapy knowledge

Activity programming

Engagement skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.

Atria Senior Living’s family of brands offers outstanding benefits.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification, starting at $500 for Full Time employees
• Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results
• Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
• Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
• Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location

As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years prior experience with an adult population developing and implementing activities and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a working knowledge of the methods of recreational therapy or activity programming and their application to activity and leisure needs of residents with Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
• Required certification(s) based on current state regulations.
• Able to work various schedules and shifts as needed.
• Leads assigned Life Guidance programs and develops service plans.
• Offers adequate and diversified recreational activities to residents with sufficient supervision for each activity.
• Proactively involves all Life Guidance staff in the planning and implementation of the daily program which includes all activities of daily living.
• Plans individual birthday celebrations for each resident.
• Develops programs for residents including, if applicable, programs designed for residents confined to their rooms.
• Engages and motivates residents resulting in program participation.
• Greets new residents making a special effort to include and engage them in activities and introduce them to others in the community with similar interests and backgrounds.
• Assists in planning parties and activities as well as decorating the community according to the season and/or holiday throughout the years as well as planning monthly birthday parties to honor residents.
• Supports and actively participates in the community’s census building initiatives.
• Maintains records of all activities, resident participation levels and acceptance of each activity by residents as required by state law.
• Assists Life Guidance Director in enlisting the services of volunteers to aid the activities program.
• May perform other duties as assigned.