What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Coordinator position at Brunswick Senior Resources Inc?
About Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc.:
Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to promoting the well-being and enhancing the quality of life for all senior adults in Brunswick County. We strive to create an environment where seniors can thrive, offering resources and programs tailored to their needs and interests.
About the Role:
As Activities Coordinator at our Coastal Carolina Active Living Center, you'll play a vital role in creating a vibrant and engaging environment for our seniors. This position involves planning, coordinating, and leading a variety of activities that appeal to a diverse group of seniors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of activities and trips for seniors, both onsite and virtually that promote greater quality of life for adults 50
- Ensure activities are engaging, enjoyable, and accessible to all participants.
- Collaborate with the Program Manager to ensure activities align with center objectives.
- Promote activities and encourage participation among seniors.
- Recruit and Interview potential new program leaders.
- Evaluate activities and collect feedback to continuously improve programming.
- Approve program leader invoices.
- Transport and escort participants in a 15 passenger van on field trips locally and out of town.
- Collaborate with the program manager to schedule and create activities and special events as needed.
- Ensure all activities provided and planned meet state requirements adhering to SCOPE rules.
- Cross training in other roles.
Key Requirements:
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Creativity and a passion for working with seniors.
- Experience in activity planning or related fields preferred.
- Basic First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain these certifications upon hire.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Google Workspace (formerly G Suite), including Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Google Forms. Experience with Google Calendar for scheduling and event management is highly desirable.
Educational Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work, Education, Gerontology, or a related field is highly desirable but not mandatory.
At Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc., we are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
