Senior Activities & Programs Coordinator

WellQuest of Elk Grove; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

WellQuest of Elk Grove in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a full-time Activities Assistant to support residents in enriching daily programs. The role involves coordinating with staff, planning activities, updating schedules, and helping with transportation and setup under the Director of Activities.

The position requires six months of experience or enrollment in an education program, strong communication, English proficiency, and physical ability to assist residents.

Qualifications

• Must have at least six (6) months experience in providing planned activities or be enrolled in an appropriate education or training program.
• Must have one (1) year of experience in conducting group activities and be knowledgeable in evaluating residents’ needs, supervising other employees and in training volunteers.
• Prefer one (1) year of supervisory experience
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations for preparing pricing and producing reports.
• Demonstrates sound communications skills, both verbally and written in dealing with residents, staff, families, visitors and vendors.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Be proficient in basic office equipment (including a personal computer) for the purpose of accomplishing and maintaining a high level of job performance.
• Good physical health verified by a health screening, including a chest x-ray or an intradermal test result not more than 6 months prior or seven (7) days after employment. Be mobile and able to perform physical requirements of the job. Assist in loading and un-loading of residents into property’s vehicle/van. Be mobile and able to perform physical requirements of the job. Will require physically assisting residents during activities.
• Displays sincere compassion towards cognitively impaired older adults. Demonstrates genuine concern for the physical and emotional needs of older people and their families.
• Employee must pass a criminal record clearance prior to beginning work in the community. Employee must possess current first aid training. Employee must be at least eighteen (18) years of age

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Activity Director, staff, and receptionists to maximize resident participation in each activity.
• Assist in monthly activity calendar planning; brainstorm new activities.
• Update digital signs, schedules, and movie descriptions.
• Survey residents and assess interests to guide programming.
• Help develop daily exercise programs.
• Provide feedback to the Activity Director on program effectiveness.
• Set up activities and handle cleanup; organize supplies.
• Report safety concerns and protect residents from harm.
• Assist with marketing events.
• Plan and lead activities per monthly calendar under Director guidance.
• Create flyers, calendars, newsletters and update social media.
• Coordinate volunteers, including scheduling and training.
• Assist with scheduling transportation as needed.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report issues.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Team coordination

Customer service

Education

Six months experience or student in relevant program

Experience in supervising volunteers

Tools

Basic office equipment

Job description

WellQuest of Elk Grove in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a full-time Activities Assistant to support residents in enriching daily programs. The role involves coordinating with staff, planning activities, updating schedules, and helping with transportation and setup under the Director of Activities.

The position requires six months of experience or enrollment in an education program, strong communication, English proficiency, and physical ability to assist residents.