Senior Living Activities & Engagement Coordinator

Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff is seeking a Program Assistant to support the Program Director in leading Resident Programs in Sweet Memories and Assisted Living. You will help ensure residents stay engaged, healthy and active and assist the Care team to create a safe, social environment.

Responsibilities include planning and preparing a variety of physical, social, recreational and educational events, coordinating transportation and the community calendar, and maintaining digital

Qualifications

• Education or training in a heath care field or certified as an activity professional by a recognized accrediting body, preferred but not required.
• Experience working with seniors and those with memory loss strongly preferred.
• Two years’ experience in activity planning for seniors preferred.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of social and psychological needs of residents.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to prioritize, utilize good time management and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license, with no major violations within 3 years
• Must have a working knowledge of and be able to utilize technology effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Program Director with planning, developing and preparing a variety of physical, social, recreational and educational events.
• Assists with transportation and resident outings
• Assists with the production of the community monthly calendar.
• Assists in maintaining documentation and resident attendance through digital programs
• Maintains knowledge of communities, services, and events in the area and incorporates into activity schedule as appropriate.
• Establishes a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
• Promotes teamwork and positive attitude among associates
• Continually evaluates the quality and consistency of activities for residents and suggests adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.
• Must have a clean driving record, and be eligible to be ensured on the company driving policy, and be able to operate a large passenger van safely.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Senior care experience

Activity planning

Time management

Communication with residents

Problem solving

Driver’s license

Tech literacy

Education

Healthcare field training

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff is seeking a Program Assistant to support the Program Director in leading Resident Programs in Sweet Memories and Assisted Living. You will help ensure residents stay engaged, healthy and active and assist the Care team to create a safe, social environment.

Responsibilities include planning and preparing a variety of physical, social, recreational and educational events, coordinating transportation and the community calendar, and maintaining digital