Senior Activities Coordinator | Engage & Enrich Lives

Bethel Lutheran Home; Madison (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethel Lutheran Home in Madison, SD, is seeking an activities assistant to help plan, coordinate, and lead daily programs for residents. You will encourage participation and transport residents to activities as needed, while building strong relationships with families, volunteers, and staff.

Ideal candidates demonstrate empathy, creativity, and the ability to work as part of a team or independently to lead engaging activities for elderly residents, with a focus on safety and person-centered

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must have current South Dakota driver's license.
• Ability to plan and lead activity programs for seniors.
• Creativity and empathy to engage residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and conducting daily activity programs.
• Encourage resident participation in individual and group activities.
• Transport residents to and from activity locations as needed.
• Develop positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and staff.
• Assist with decorating for holidays, events, and seasonal celebrations.
• Maintain activity supplies and equipment.
• Document resident attendance and participation as required.
• Support residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
• Additional job duties as required.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Empathy and compassion

Creativity

Teamwork

Independent leadership of activities

Job description

Bethel Lutheran Home in Madison, SD, is seeking an activities assistant to help plan, coordinate, and lead daily programs for residents. You will encourage participation and transport residents to activities as needed, while building strong relationships with families, volunteers, and staff.

Ideal candidates demonstrate empathy, creativity, and the ability to work as part of a team or independently to lead engaging activities for elderly residents, with a focus on safety and person-centered