Senior Living Activities Coordinator

Artesia Palms Care Center; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Artesia Palms Care Center is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in creating a creative and interactive activities program for residents. You will help plan and conduct activities for individuals and groups, while ensuring compliance with standards and guidelines to meet residents' needs.

The role emphasizes communication with residents, families, and staff, along with helping develop monthly calendars and assessments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferable one-year experience in a long term care facility.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information to managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct individual, small and large group activities.
• Facilitate good communication between staff, residents, families, and public.
• Develop monthly activity calendar and maintain attendance records.
• Assist in discharge planning and activity care plans.
• Arrange transportation for residents when necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading/comprehension

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Artesia Palms Care Center is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in creating a creative and interactive activities program for residents. You will help plan and conduct activities for individuals and groups, while ensuring compliance with standards and guidelines to meet residents' needs.

The role emphasizes communication with residents, families, and staff, along with helping develop monthly calendars and assessments.