Activities Coordinator Assisted Living

Activities Coordinator for Assisted Living

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Full time days & per diem days.

Pay Rate up to $19.50/hour.

Our mission is to "Touch People's Lives", and to us, it is more than a mission, it is a way of life! We understand that we touch the lives of those we encounter, and we strive to make sure that impact is positive and uplifting. As a result, the people who live and work here are happy; and it shows!

We welcome all and cherish diversity among our residents and staff, embracing those of all backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.

• Has an awareness of how personal interaction with residents will positively affect the behavior and lives of the residents and conducts themselves accordingly.
• Accepts personal responsibility for creating an environment of respect and kindness.
• Treats each resident with gentleness, remembering at all times, that we are guests in their home.
• Offers opportunities for decision making, always putting the resident's requests, needs and satisfaction first.
• Greets resident's families, guests, and all visitors warmly.
• Remembers that each resident is a unique individual who has varied experiences in life and will treat each resident as the individual they are.
• Follows up quickly on resident requests or needs.
• Remembers that he/she is part of a larger team and is responsible for the success of that team.
• Seeks first to understand and, then, to be understood and will honor the differences between team members and always treat each team member with respect.
• Accepts and supports decisions made by the team and administration.
• Leads by example.
• Comes to work as scheduled and on time, knowing that others are counting on him/her.
• Is flexible, knowing that each day and each assignment is different.
• Wears a smile while working.
• Answers the phone with a smile, knowing that a smile can be "heard" on the phone.
• Arranges chairs, tables, or necessary supplies in designated rooms or other areas for scheduled Life Enrichment engagements and events such as parties, exercise, discussion groups, games, or movies.
• Notifies residents of schedules and events; encourages residents to attend planned Life Enrichment programs.
• Leads groups, clubs, and events as assigned by Life Enrichment Director, and in accordance with programming and residents' needs.
• Conducts one-to-one visits with residents in accordance with programming and residents' needs.
• Operates audiovisual and other similar equipment, and monitors engagement of residents during programs.
• Drives bus to transport residents to and from recreational trips, tours, and outings; complies with local traffic and safety regulations.
• Assists residents in and out of buses during recreational outings, and follows safety practices during all activity.
• Understands fire escape plan and participates in emergency frills. Assists residents according to policy, procedure, and regulation.
• Attends and participates in organizational meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Has the ability to maintain assigned work hours.
• Conducts day-to-day operations in the spirit of Brooke Grove Retirement Village's mission statement of "we touch people's lives".

• Certificate in Life Enrichment program; or three to six month's related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Current CPR preferred.

Our employees live out our mission each and every day. We are committed to providing care and services that enrich the lives of our residents and employees.

• Two comprehensive Medical coverage plans, as well as Dental and Vision
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, and Cancer Indemnity Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Sick, Vacation, and Holiday Time
• Direct Deposit
• Tuition Reimbursement

Brooke Grove Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in admissions, employment, contracting with consultants or acceptance of volunteers on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Salary: $17.65 - $19.50 per hour