Activities Assistant

Phoenix Senior Living; Georgia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Senior Living is seeking a RISE Program Coordinator at The Phoenix at James Creek to develop and facilitate Memory Care activities. You will ensure quality of life for residents living with dementia and collaborate with the Program & Outreach Director.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Memory Care, strong communication skills, and a related degree. Join us to make a difference in the community by providing purposeful programming and emotional support.

Qualifications

• Experience working in Memory Care, dementia care, or senior living engagement.
• Understanding of person-centered, dementia-informed programming.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate Memory Care activity calendar.
• Design programs for cognitive support and emotional connection.
• Coordinate engagement efforts across neighborhoods.

Skills

Memory Care experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Gerontology, Psychology, Occupational Therapy

Job description

Description

The Phoenix at James Creek

The Rise Program Coordinator reports directly to the Pearl Director or the Program and Outreach Coordinator depending on community.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

RISE Program Development & Facilitation

• Develop, maintain, and facilitate a vibrant and comprehensive Memory Care activity calendar in alignment with RISE Standards and Pillars
• Ensure consistent implementation of RISE engagement elements, including but not limited to:
• RISE Daily Flow
• Cognition Ignition
• The Grandbaby Project
• Activity Boxes
• Life Stations
• Sensory Rooms and Sensory-Based Programming
• Serve as the primary coordinator and facilitator of daily engagement and activities within the Pearl community

Resident Engagement & Cognitive Support

• Design and lead programs that maximize cognitive support, emotional connection, sensory engagement, and purposeful involvement
• Adapt engagement approaches to meet residents at their level of ability, honoring dignity, autonomy, and individual life stories
• Monitor resident participation and engagement trends to ensure program effectiveness and responsiveness

Collaboration & Operations

• Work directly with the Program & Outreach Director to:
• Coordinate engagement efforts across all neighborhoods within one building
• Assist with supply accrual, inventory management, and budget awareness
• Align Memory Care programming with broader community initiatives and calendars
• Represent the Pearl environment and Memory Care programming at daily stand-up meetings
• Maintain organized documentation, calendars, and program records as required

Family Communication & Partnership

• Support family communication related to Memory Care programming and engagement initiatives
• Assist with education and transparency around the RISE program to build trust and partnership with families
• Participate in family events or meetings as needed to represent Memory Care engagement efforts

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Experience working in Memory Care, dementia care, or senior living engagement
• Demonstrated understanding of person-centered, dementia-informed programming
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments and lead engagement efforts with confidence
• Passion for purposeful programming and quality of life for residents living with dementia

Preferred

• Degree or coursework in Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Gerontology, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or related field
• Previous experience facilitating structured Memory Care programs
• Familiarity with sensory-based programming and cognitive engagement strategies

Core Competencies

• Dementia-informed engagement
• Creativity and adaptability
• Leadership and team collaboration
• Emotional intelligence and empathy
• Time management and organization
• Clear verbal and written communication