Resident Activity Coordinator

Rockport Healthcare Services; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockport Healthcare Services in Bakersfield, CA seeks an Activity Assistant to lead resident therapeutic and recreational activities, keep calendars up to date, and support events with needed supplies. You will communicate clearly with residents and staff, promoting engaging and safe experiences that respect resident rights.

The role includes updating activity records, attending meetings and in-service trainings, helping decorate the center for seasons, and coordinating with consultants to

Qualifications

• Must be certified nationally or by the State in which practicing.
• Two years of experience in a social or recreational program setting.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to use own initiative with solid problem solving skills.
• Experience in long-term care setting or related health care field.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient activities (therapeutic and diversional) for all residents in accordance with Federal, State and Company requirements.
• Carrys out support tasks relating to patient activities correctly and on schedule.
• Ensures resident activity calendars and communications are updated and posted in a timely manner as well as delivery and communication of patient mail daily.
• Participates in special resident events and outings ensuring necessary supplies are on hand and returned appropriately.
• Updates and maintains resident activity records.
• Participates in meetings and ensures creation of necessary communications and documentation, as required.
• Attends required meetings and in-service training.
• Assists with decorating center to reflect current season or holiday.
• Meets with consultants, as required.
• Presents professional image to consumers through dress, behavior and speech.
• Adheres to Company standards for resolving consumer concerns.
• Ensures that all patient/resident rights are protected.

Skills

Written and verbal English comms

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Initiative / problem solving

Long-term care experience

Job description

Rockport Healthcare Services in Bakersfield, CA seeks an Activity Assistant to lead resident therapeutic and recreational activities, keep calendars up to date, and support events with needed supplies. You will communicate clearly with residents and staff, promoting engaging and safe experiences that respect resident rights.

The role includes updating activity records, attending meetings and in-service trainings, helping decorate the center for seasons, and coordinating with consultants to