What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Coordinator SpringRidge position at SpringRidge?
Job Description
Develops and Initiates a comprehensive resident centered Life Enrichment Program for residents with cognitive decline and dementia including activity programs and club dining services.
Essential Duties :
- Provides a setting that is clean, safe and comfortable.
- Educates families and staff on benefits to maximize resident opportunities.
- Promotes resident participation for those who would benefit.
- Participate in ongoing dementia care training.
- Communicate with Activities Director or DOAL regarding supplies needed.
- Makes an active contribution towards improving community relations, increasing public regard and overall awareness of the community.
- Works in conjunction with Activity Director in development and execution of monthly program calendar and Resident Daily Schedule.
- Maintains resident engagement in meaningful programs specific to resident interests and abilities.
- Coordinates attendance at Assisted Living programs and events when appropriate.
- Organizes outings with activities staff.
- Routinely communicates with Director of Assisted Living any resident personal needs.
- Reports any noted changes in residents condition / behavior or normal routine to Director of Assisted Living.
- Arranges for clinical assistance for residents as needed. (restroom escorts, medication assistance, etc.)
- Maintains activity records per SRG policies.
- Assists in dining services to enhance resident dining experience including coordination of mealtimes.
- Set up for and clean up after events and activities.
Qualifications : Qualifications
Previous experience working with individuals who have cognitive decline and dementia a must.
Candidate must be highly motivated, and have a self starter mentality.
Ability to create and execute high quality programing to the residents.
CPR and First Aid certified
Food Handlers Card (may be obtained on the job)
Additional Information
Senior Resource Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, and we prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including but not to limited, respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Completing an application does not guarantee that you will be offered a position.
Note to Applicants : Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of Senior Resource Group unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular office in accordance with applicable state and local law.
