Programming & Recreation Coordinator-Memory care

Benchmark Senior Living; Thornwood (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a Memory Care Programming Coordinator to enhance the lives of residents through tailored programming. The role involves organizing community events, managing schedules, and ensuring a nurturing environment for residents with dementia. Join a supportive team and enjoy a variety of benefits including paid training, health wellness programs, and a retirement plan.

Benefits

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Discounted meal program

Paid training & company-provided uniforms

Associate referral bonus program

Physical & mental health wellness programs

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid time off for vacation and health & wellness

Qualifications

• Experience in aging and dementia knowledge.
• Current CPR certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and evaluate community programs for residents.
• Manage scheduling of events and group functions.
• Edit and distribute a monthly community newsletter.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Programming & Recreation Coordinator-Memory care

Benchmark at Mount Pleasant, 2 Zeiss Drive, Thornwood, New York, United States of America

Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling.

We are seeking a Memory Care Programming Coordinator to join our team! In this role, you will organize and implement programs tailored to meet the individual needs of our residents. Our programming aims to fulfill psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The Programming Coordinator supports and assists with all necessary programming activities.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, oversee, implement, and evaluate community programs to enhance residents' experiences and develop relationships with residents, families, and community organizations.
• Manage scheduling of events, trips, meetings, room bookings, and group functions.
• Develop, promote, coordinate, and oversee community events.
• Edit, produce, and distribute a monthly community newsletter.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in aging and dementia knowledge.
• Experience and training to develop a comprehensive program calendar for elders and individuals with dementia.
• Current CPR certification if required.
• Flexible schedule; willing to work weekends and holidays.

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits, including but not limited to:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Discounted meal program
• Paid training & company-provided uniforms
• Associate referral bonus program
• Physical & mental health wellness programs
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match*
• Tuition reimbursement program*
• Paid time off for vacation and health & wellness*

*Eligibility may vary by employment status.

Location: Benchmark at Mount Pleasant, 2 Zeiss Drive, Thornwood, NY