Senior Living Activity Coordinator - Enrich Residents

Benchmark Senior Living; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays

Floating holidays

Discounted meals

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Associate referral bonus

Mental health wellness programs

401k with company match

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistant to organize and implement programs designed to meet the residents' psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs within a nurturing environment. You will support and assist the Activity Director in planning engaging activities seven days a week.

The role requires knowledge of aging and dementia, confidentiality, and strong multitasking skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues.
• Possesses training and knowledge in recreational activities.
• Possesses training and knowledge of Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community.
• Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging
• Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
• Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Supports the resident’s abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity
• Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability
• Encourages and motivates residents to attend and participate in programming and activities
• Communicates any changes in the residents condition or behavior pattern to Harbor Care Director
• Stays with group at all times when on excursions

Skills

Recreational activities

Alzheimer’s and related dementias

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Positive attitude

Working under pressure

Education

High school diploma or higher

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistant to organize and implement programs designed to meet the residents' psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs within a nurturing environment. You will support and assist the Activity Director in planning engaging activities seven days a week.

The role requires knowledge of aging and dementia, confidentiality, and strong multitasking skills.