Resident Activities & Wellness Coordinator

lionsgate; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

NJ Earned Sick Leave

Job summary

Lions Gate is seeking an Activities Assistant to enhance residents' quality of life through planned wing activities and large group events. You will adapt programs for individuals, provide 1-to-1 engagement, and support a variety of educational, spiritual, exercise, and recreational activities across the community.

Ideal candidates will have a recreation-related degree and at least 1 year of dementia/geriatric activity experience, with strong communication and safety-focused service delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in recreational therapy or related field preferred.
• At least 1 year experience with dementia.
• Minimum 1 year in geriatric recreational activities.
• Safety and customer service oriented.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of Kosher dietary rules in community settings.

Responsibilities

• Update the Resident Activities Board daily and post calendars and notices.
• Deliver newspapers, packages, mail, and email to residents.
• Prepare supplies for activities and manage supplies.
• Purchase and maintain program supplies and tidy work area.
• Report equipment issues or needs to Director of Activities.
• Provide 1-to-1 activities for residents who stay in their rooms.
• Plan and implement programs on units and assist with large events.
• Encourage participation in group and individual activities.
• Organize and supervise volunteers for activities and outings.
• Assist in planning outings and community events.
• Support Safe Haven dementia program when needed.
• Maintain episodic notes and care plan documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Kosher Dietary Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation or related field

Job description

Lions Gate is seeking an Activities Assistant to enhance residents' quality of life through planned wing activities and large group events. You will adapt programs for individuals, provide 1-to-1 engagement, and support a variety of educational, spiritual, exercise, and recreational activities across the community.

Ideal candidates will have a recreation-related degree and at least 1 year of dementia/geriatric activity experience, with strong communication and safety-focused service delivery.