Resident Activity & Wellness Coordinator

University Heights Rehab and Care Community; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Bonuses

Growth Opportunities - DOUBLE your sal

Health Benefits

Job summary

University Heights Care Center is seeking an Activities Specialist to plan, implement, and evaluate engaging recreational programs for residents, aligned with individual care plans and assessments. You will work closely with the Activity Director to create meaningful daily activities that support wellness and social connection.

The role emphasizes teamwork, respect for residents' rights, and adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in related position, in healthcare environment preferred.
• Aptitude for and/or some training in arts and crafts.
• High school diploma or equivalent desirable.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Commitment to the company mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Respects and upholds residents' personal and property rights, including knocking before entering a resident's room.
• Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists and/or conducts assigned group or one-to-one activity programs according to calendar.
• Moves and arranges equipment/supplies to assure that activity areas are ready for scheduled activity.
• Assists residents move to and from activity programs as needed.
• Is responsible for returning all activity department materials to their proper place in a timely manner and maintaining a tidy, pleasant atmosphere in activity room.
• Assists Activity Director in developing schedule for activities, distributes monthly activity calendars to residents and posts changes to calendar according to state and federal regulations.
• Follows resident care plan in providing daily activities for residents.

Skills

Team player

Arts & crafts training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

University Heights Care Center is seeking an Activities Specialist to plan, implement, and evaluate engaging recreational programs for residents, aligned with individual care plans and assessments. You will work closely with the Activity Director to create meaningful daily activities that support wellness and social connection.

The role emphasizes teamwork, respect for residents' rights, and adherence to policies.