Resident Life & Activities Coordinator

Providence-Rehabilitation-and-Healthcare-Center-At-Mercy-Fitzgerald; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement and culture comité

Job summary

Providence Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Mercy Fitzgerald is seeking an Activities Assistant to create engaging programs that enrich residents’ social, emotional, physical, and intellectual well-being. The role involves planning, documenting participation, and collaborating with a care team in a 129-bed sub-acute and long-term care setting.

Starting pay ranges from $15 to $22 per hour with all-inclusive wages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year of experience in an Activities Department, healthcare setting, skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or related environment preferred.
• Experience working with seniors is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, engaging, and positive environment that enhances residents' quality of life and daily experiences.
• Document resident participation and engagement in scheduled activities and programs.
• Promote the social, physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being of residents through meaningful activities and interactions.
• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing recreational, social, educational, and community-based programs.
• Build positive relationships with residents and encourage participation based on interests, abilities, and preferences.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support resident care goals and enhance overall resident satisfaction.
• Observe and communicate changes in residents' moods, behaviors, interests, or level of participation to appropriate team members.
• Assist with community outreach and marketing events that showcase our commitment to resident-centered care.
• Complete required administrative tasks, including audits, reports, activity documentation, and program records.
• Help prepare, decorate, set up, and break down activities, special events, celebrations, and holiday programs.
• Assist with safely escorting and transporting residents to and from activities and events.
• Support a culture of Passion, Respect, and Excellence through compassionate interactions and exceptional service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Patience

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Providence Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Mercy Fitzgerald is seeking an Activities Assistant to create engaging programs that enrich residents’ social, emotional, physical, and intellectual well-being. The role involves planning, documenting participation, and collaborating with a care team in a 129-bed sub-acute and long-term care setting.

Starting pay ranges from $15 to $22 per hour with all-inclusive wages.