Resident Life & Wellness Coordinator

EHG; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental + Vision

401k

Tuition reimbursement through ECPI

Employee recognition programs

Daily Pay

Job summary

Eastern Health Group in Suffolk, VA is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in planning and directing programs that entertain, exercise, relax, and express. You will assist residents with avocation pursuits and coordinate calendars and volunteers.

The role requires interaction with cognitively, physically, and emotionally diverse residents, strong communication, and the ability to lead in the director’s absence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year experience performing activity related duties.
• Knowledge of the aging process and 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.
• Practical knowledge of how an Activity Department functions in a nursing facility.
• Regulatory knowledge for activity programs in a long-term care facility.
• Strong interpersonal skills with energy and enthusiasm.
• Experience in working with volunteers and organizing volunteer programs.

Responsibilities

• Meet physical and sensory requirements and work in the described environment.
• Identify and participate in process improvements to enhance the customer experience and workflow.
• Develop, organize, and implement an activity program meeting residents' social, emotional, physical and therapeutic needs.
• Promote activities inside and outside the facility, ensuring resident safety.
• Coordinate and verify resident assistance for activities and events.
• Provide in-room activities for residents unable to attend daily events.
• Create an ongoing activity calendar accessible to all residents.
• Maintain scheduling and documentation standards per policies and regulations.
• Involve community groups and volunteers when planning activities and events.
• Assist in planning and directing Activity Department fundraising events.
• Maintain detailed records of activity programs and resident participation.
• Support resident care planning by identifying activity needs per medical assessment.
• Distribute monthly calendars and display calendars in resident rooms and public areas.
• Maintain a scrapbook of activities and sponsor year-long events.
• Develop and maintain a volunteer program, recruit/train volunteers, track hours, and recognize service.
• Train volunteers and students in recreational therapy techniques.
• Prepare progress notes for medical staff on residents’ progress.
• Maintain activity-related records per regulations and medical records.
• Assist residents with Resident Council organization and communication.
• Attend in-service education to meet facility requirements.
• Perform other special projects and duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Creativity

Volunteer coordination

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Eastern Health Group in Suffolk, VA is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in planning and directing programs that entertain, exercise, relax, and express. You will assist residents with avocation pursuits and coordinate calendars and volunteers.

The role requires interaction with cognitively, physically, and emotionally diverse residents, strong communication, and the ability to lead in the director’s absence.