Senior Living Activities Coordinator – Engaging Programs

Sagewood; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

PTO 16 days + 2 personal days + 6 paid

401K with employer match

Scholarship for employees and depend­3

Tuition reimbursement

Annual merit increases

Employee Assistance Program

Daily lunch specials

Daily pay options

Job summary

Acacia Health Center at Sagewood in Phoenix seeks an Activities Coordinator for its Skilled Nursing Facility to plan and implement a diverse activity program for residents. The role fosters a positive, supportive environment for residents, families and staff on a full-time basis.

The position requires NCCAP certification (preferred), CPR/BLS/First Aid, ability to communicate in English, and experience in recreation/event planning; physical fitness is needed for daily activities and mobility.

Qualifications

• NCCAP certification preferred
• Must be comfortable working a rotating holiday schedule
• Must hold a valid CPR, BLS, and First Aid Certification and be trained in AED procedures
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English with residents, and have adequate reading skills to understand resident care plans and other applicable documentation
• Education or experience with recreational activities, event planning or related preferred.
• Physical fitness, ability to walk, dance, stand, lift, or meet other physical demands.
• Patience and compassion when dealing with others, especially those who are sick, injured, elderly, or from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and provides recreational and educational activities for the residents in Skilled Nursing.
• Assists with producing monthly calendars and other promotional material.
• Produces and reviews individual resident assessments.
• Suggests programs and recreational activities to relatives for use upon discharge of residents; refers relatives to recreation resources and services available in the community.
• Coordinates Resident Council and family meetings and arranges special meetings for residents and families.
• Directs the movement of residents to and from recreational areas.
• Prepares and maintains pertinent reports, studies and schedules in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Purchases supplies and equipment. Inspects recreational equipment to determine repair and maintenance needs and cleanliness.
• Communicates the goals and objectives of the recreational program to staff, volunteers, relatives and the public.
• Assists with directing volunteer activities and provides training of volunteers.
• Maintains accurate documentation of residents’ progress and responses to program.

Skills

English communication

Patience and compassion

Event planning

Education

CPR, BLS, and First Aid Certification

NCCAP certification preferred

Job description

Acacia Health Center at Sagewood in Phoenix seeks an Activities Coordinator for its Skilled Nursing Facility to plan and implement a diverse activity program for residents. The role fosters a positive, supportive environment for residents, families and staff on a full-time basis.

The position requires NCCAP certification (preferred), CPR/BLS/First Aid, ability to communicate in English, and experience in recreation/event planning; physical fitness is needed for daily activities and mobility.