Senior Activities & Enrichment Coordinator

Great Lakes Management; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Management is seeking a dedicated activities assistant to help plan and lead programs for residents. You will assess social needs, promote events, and guide activities for seniors, including one-on-one and group sessions.

Responsibilities include coordinating transportation for outings, developing a monthly events calendar, and supervising volunteers. A valid Class C license and driving duties are required. Strong English, organization, and creativity are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year activities experience in independent retirement, assisted living, adult day services or long-term care facility serving a senior population.
• Ability to use basic Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) computer programs.
• Creativity in developing and planning activity programs.
• Group leadership and interpersonal skills to lead one on one, small, and large group activities.
• Able to read, write, spell, do basic math, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting with planning, promotion, and facilitating/leading each event or program.
• Assess resident's recreational and social needs.
• Support development of monthly Activity Calendar of Events.
• Lead small, large, and one on one activity programs with seniors.
• Research and recommend to Coordinator entertainment/educational speakers/church representatives, etc.
• Support coordination of transportation needs to outside events/programs in accordance with established policies and procedures. Drive the company bus on outings as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with assigned volunteers and direct their assignments to support the resident programming.
• Maintain the bus interior and exterior. Report maintenance needs in timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Class C license

Windows/Microsoft Office

Creativity

Group leadership

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Job description

Great Lakes Management is seeking a dedicated activities assistant to help plan and lead programs for residents. You will assess social needs, promote events, and guide activities for seniors, including one-on-one and group sessions.

Responsibilities include coordinating transportation for outings, developing a monthly events calendar, and supervising volunteers. A valid Class C license and driving duties are required. Strong English, organization, and creativity are essential.