Resident Activities Coordinator

Good Samaritan Society; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The activities coordinator at Sanford Health leads planning and development of resident activity programs, ensuring safety and engagement by staff and residents. They build relationships with community partners to enhance experiences and align activities with individual care plans.

Responsibilities include conducting activity assessments, managing the monthly calendar, and offering meaningful one-on-one or group interventions that improve residents’ quality of life while maintaining dignity and

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Two years’ experience in this field preferred.
• Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.
• Experience in social services, creative activities or long term care desired.
• Current CNA certification or enrollment in a healthcare related program preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Depending on location, driver’s license required with driving record check.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and development of activity programming for residents.
• Ensure activities are delivered safely by staff.
• Establish relationships with outside community partners.
• Create and plan activities around resident care plans.
• Administer monthly activity calendars and gather residents’ input.
• Assist with transporting residents as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The activities coordinator at Sanford Health leads planning and development of resident activity programs, ensuring safety and engagement by staff and residents. They build relationships with community partners to enhance experiences and align activities with individual care plans.

Responsibilities include conducting activity assessments, managing the monthly calendar, and offering meaningful one-on-one or group interventions that improve residents’ quality of life while maintaining dignity and