Memory Care Engagement Assistant

Coterie Senior Living - Hudson Yards; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Atria Senior Living’s Coterie brand in New York’s Hudson Yards is seeking a Memory Care Engagement Assistant to plan and coordinate activities for residents with dementia. You will lead group programs and support individual engagement, ensuring activities align with the Dementia Care Operations Guide and resident needs.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years’ experience with older adults, knowledge of recreational therapy methods, and ability to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1–2 years prior experience with an adult population developing and implementing activities and/or training.
• Working knowledge of recreational therapy methods and their application to dementia care activities.
• Certifications required based on current state regulations.
• Ability to work various schedules and shifts as needed.
• Must complete all Atria specified training programs.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one or small group settings.
• Ability to handle problems with a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be fully vaccinated and provide vaccination record at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned Life Guidance group programs and individual resident engagement.
• Offer adequate and diversified recreational activities with appropriate supervision.
• Involve Life Guidance staff in daily program planning and execution.
• Plan individual birthday celebrations for residents.
• Develop programs for residents, including those confined to their rooms.
• Engage and motivate residents to participate in activities.
• Greet new residents and facilitate introductions to others with similar interests.
• Assist in planning parties and seasonal decorations throughout the year.
• Support census-building initiatives within the community.
• Maintain records of activities, participation, and state-compliant documentation.
• Assist Life Guidance Director in coordinating volunteers for activities.
• May perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Recreational therapy knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Born out of a partnership between Atria Senior Living and Related Companies, Coterie is a new luxury brand that re-imagines what senior living can be.From stunning architecture and thoughtful design to state-of-the-artfitness facilities and curated culinary offerings, every aspect of life at Coterie is meant to support the individual – and community – in reaching new heights. We elevate wellness and strive to anticipate every need to offer a life more inspired.

Atria Senior Living’s Coterie brand has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Community 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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one (1) to two (2) years prior experience with an adult population developing and implementing activities and/or training.
• 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.
• Ability to work various schedules and shifts as needed.
• Must successfully complete all Atria specified training programs.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Must be fully vaccinated and provide vaccination record card at time of hire.

Responsibilities

The Memory Care Engagement Assistant provides, coordinates, and champions programs and activities for Dementia Care residents. This individual provides residents, team members, and family members with support, interactions and care outlined in the Dementia Care Operations Guide.

• Lead assigned Life Guidance group programs as well as individual resident engagement.
• Offer adequate and diversified recreational activities to residents with sufficient supervision for each activity.
• Proactively involve all Life Guidance staff in the planning and implementation of the daily program which includes all activities of daily living.
• Plan individual birthday celebrations for each resident.
• Develop programs for residents including, if applicable, programs designed for residents confined to their rooms.
• Engage and motivate residents, resulting in program participation.
• Greet 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.
• Assist in planning parties and activities as well as decorating the neighborhood according to the season and/or holiday throughout the years as well as planning monthly birthday parties to honor residents.
• Support and actively participate in the community’s census building initiatives.
• Maintain records of all activities, resident participation levels and acceptance of each activity by residents as required by state law.
• Assist Life Guidance Director in enlisting the services of volunteers to aid the activities program.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Salary Range

The wage range for this position is $23.75/hr - $28.50/hr, dependent on prior work history and experience