Senior Day Center Activity Coordinator

Rocky Mountain Health Care; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug

Dental

Vision Care

Paid Time-Off plan

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Health Care is seeking an Activity Coordinator in Colorado Springs to plan and facilitate daily activities that promote physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial well-being. You will collaborate with an Interdisciplinary Team to align activity programming with individualized goals and safety standards.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, adaptive planning for diverse needs, and active participation in client assessments and care planning within a PACE Day Center

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience with older adults, preferably in PACE or memory care.
• Experience planning activities for individuals and groups with diverse needs.
• National certification in activity programming preferred; must be initiated within 120 days and completed within 12 months.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for outings or transportation.
• Ability to pass required background checks and health screenings.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and facilitate daily group and individual activities (exercise, cognition, arts, music, socialization, reminiscence).
• Design and adapt activities to varied physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.
• Promote participant choice, engagement, independence in a welcoming Day Center environment.
• Coordinate theme days, events, and community partnerships.
• Assist with participant escorting and community outings, ensuring safety and regulatory adherence.
• Observe participant engagement, mood, behavior, and safety during activities.

Skills

Participant Engagement

Adaptive Problem-Solving

Person-Centered Care

Effective Communication

Activity Facilitation

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Safety Awareness

Behavioral Observation

Professional Accountability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in recreation therapy or related field

National certification in activity programming

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Rocky Mountain Health Care is seeking an Activity Coordinator in Colorado Springs to plan and facilitate daily activities that promote physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial well-being. You will collaborate with an Interdisciplinary Team to align activity programming with individualized goals and safety standards.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, adaptive planning for diverse needs, and active participation in client assessments and care planning within a PACE Day Center