Resident Life & Activities Coordinator

Eastern Healthcare Group; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental + Vison

401k

Tuition reimbursement through ECPI

Employee recognition programs

Daily Pay

Job summary

Eastern Healthcare Group is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in planning, organizing and directing a program of activities for residents. The program should provide opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression, addressing basic psychological, social and spiritual needs of all residents.

The role includes assisting residents with cognitive, physical or sensory disabilities, coordinating calendars, and developing ongoing activity plans

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year experience or related experience performing activity related duties.
• Knowledge of the aging process and various resident activities.
• Ability to assume leadership role in the Activity Department in the absence of the Activity Director.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Excellent creative and communication skills.
• Skill at working with individuals who have cognitive, physical or sensory disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Meet physical and sensory requirements stated below and be able to work in the described environment.
• Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives that improve the customer experience, enhance workflow, and/or improve the work environment.
• Assist in the development, organization, and implementation of a program of activities to meet the social, emotional, physical and other therapeutic needs of residents as identified in the residents plan of care and within the specified budget.
• Assist in the initiation and promotion of activities both within the facility and outside the facility, as weather permits, ensuring the safety and well being of each resident at all times.
• Coordinate and verify that assistance is provided to residents for activities and events as necessary.
• Provide in room activities for residents who are unable to attend daily events.

Skills

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Eastern Healthcare Group is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in planning, organizing and directing a program of activities for residents. The program should provide opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression, addressing basic psychological, social and spiritual needs of all residents.

The role includes assisting residents with cognitive, physical or sensory disabilities, coordinating calendars, and developing ongoing activity plans