Memory Care Engagement Specialist for Dementia Activities

Coterie Senior Living; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Annual anniversary rewards

Job summary

Coterie Senior Living is seeking a Memory Care Engagement Assistant to coordinate and champion activities for Dementia Care residents. You will provide residents, staff, and families with support and care per the Dementia Care Operations Guide.

Qualifying candidates need a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of recreational therapy methods, and the ability to work varied shifts. Vaccination is required and training programs are provided.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of recreational therapy methods and their application to residents with Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information to customers, clients, and employees.
• Must be fully vaccinated and provide vaccination record at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned Life Guidance group programs as well as individual resident engagement.
• Offer adequate and diversified recreational activities with sufficient supervision for each activity.
• Involve Life Guidance staff in daily program planning and implementation.
• Plan individual birthday celebrations for each resident.
• Develop programs for residents including those confined to their rooms.
• Engage and motivate residents to participate in programs.
• Greet new residents and integrate them with others of similar interests/backgrounds.
• Assist in planning parties and seasonal decorations throughout the year.
• Support census-building initiatives within the community.
• Maintain records of activities and resident participation as required by state law.
• Assist in enlisting volunteers to aid the activities program.
• May perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Recreational therapy knowledge

Schedule flexibility

Communication skills

Reading/writing abilities

Training program completion

Education

High school diploma or GED

State certification requirements

Job description

Coterie Senior Living is seeking a Memory Care Engagement Assistant to coordinate and champion activities for Dementia Care residents. You will provide residents, staff, and families with support and care per the Dementia Care Operations Guide.

Qualifying candidates need a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of recreational therapy methods, and the ability to work varied shifts. Vaccination is required and training programs are provided.