Senior Living Activities Coordinator for Growth & Impact

Asbury Communities; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivy Gables Senior Living in Wilmington, DE is hiring a full-time Recreation Assistant to plan and implement engaging activities that stimulate residents cognitively, culturally, creatively, and socially. You will coordinate calendars, prepare materials, and work with the care team to promote well-being and social interaction.

The role requires experience with senior citizens and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Experience working with senior citizens.
• High School education or GED.

Responsibilities

• Post calendar in place known by all residents by the 1st of each month.
• Distribute a monthly calendar of upcoming events to each resident.
• Set up room prior to activity or program by assembling all materials and equipment needed.
• Understand and read directions for planned activities.
• Facilitate daily activities as planned on the Activities calendar.
• Invite and remind residents of upcoming activities through out the day.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities inside or outside the residence.
• Coordinate the activities program with other resident services and departments.
• Adapt recreation to residents' age, abilities, interests and background.
• Document resident participation and reasons for non-participation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School education or GED

Job description

Ivy Gables Senior Living in Wilmington, DE is hiring a full-time Recreation Assistant to plan and implement engaging activities that stimulate residents cognitively, culturally, creatively, and socially. You will coordinate calendars, prepare materials, and work with the care team to promote well-being and social interaction.

The role requires experience with senior citizens and a high school diploma or GED.