Memory Care Activity Specialist

Atria Senior Living; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and PTO

Annual anniversary rewards

Annual Scores Reward

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atria Senior Living is seeking a team-oriented Activities/ Life Guidance team member to enhance residents’ daily living through engaging programs and thoughtful planning. You will lead activities, coordinate with staff, and tailor plans for residents with Alzheimer's/Dementia, ensuring safety and enjoyment.

The role requires GED/HS diploma and the ability to work varied shifts, with opportunities for growth and a healthy work-life balance in a supportive community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years experience with adults developing and implementing activities and/or training.
• Working knowledge of recreational therapy methods for residents with Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
• Certifications as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Life Guidance programs and develop service plans.
• Provide diverse recreational activities with supervision.
• Involve Life Guidance staff in planning daily activities.
• Plan and celebrate residents' birthdays and seasonal events.
• Maintain records of activities and resident participation as required by state law.
• Coordinate with volunteers to support activities.

Skills

Recreational therapy

Activity programming

Program planning

Resident engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–2 years experience with adults

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 has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:

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

• 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.