Recreation & Activities Coordinator

We are seeking an energetic and compassionate Recreation/Activities Coordinator to lead engaging programs and events that enhance the quality of life for our residents. This dynamic role involves planning, organizing, and executing a variety of recreational activities tailored to meet the diverse needs of seniors. The ideal candidate will foster a vibrant community atmosphere, build meaningful resident rapport, and promote overall well-being through creative programming.

This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in a supportive, team-oriented environment dedicated to senior care excellence.

- Plan and coordinate comprehensive and diverse programs and activities to provide life-enriching opportunities for residents and the community. Strengthen community involvement through promotion of volunteerism among residents and members of the community.

• 1. Plan and implement activities in the following areas: physical (exercise), social, recreational, intellectual/educational, creative, entertainment, service/volunteering and special requests of the residents.
• 3. Invite and/or remind residents to participate in planned activities.
• 4. Promote activities in a way that piques residents' interest.
• 5. Conduct/Lead activities as needed.
• 6. Plan, coordinate and help implement decoration of the facility for special events, seasons and holidays.
• 7. Identify and requisition needed supplies for planned activities.
• 8. Coordinate with the kitchen staff use of kitchen
• 9. Assist with planning and implementing marketing events that promote the facility to potential resident/community.
• 10. Develop a monthly newsletter, solicit resident involvement.
• 11. Coordinate schedule for the company vehicle.
• 12. Maintain a schedule for use of the common areas.
• 13. Arrange transportation for activity outings and regularly scheduled group trips.
• 14. Recruit resident volunteers to meet the needs of the facility and other organizations in the community.
• 15. Train and supervise volunteers.
• 16. Establish and carry out a resident volunteer recognition program.
• 17. Maintain and update closed circuit TV system.
• 18. Contact/meet with new tenants within 2 weeks of move-in to review recreational interests.
• 19. Maintain statistics of program attendance and develop reports on program effectiveness.
• 21. Prepare monthly expenditure report.
• 22. Schedule annual mandatory safety meetings, one for police and one for fire.
• 23. Attend staff meetings as required.
• 24. Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure smooth operation of the program and to meet residents' needs.

• 1. Associate degree in recreational therapy or similar degree preferred
• 2. Experience in activity planning with older adults preferred
• 3. Experience and interest in working with older adults
• 5. Evidence of creativity
• 6. Demonstrated organizational skills
• 7. Mature, pleasant, friendly and cheerful personality

• 1. Heated/Air-conditioned, well-lit facility with minimal barriers
• 3. Working hours 9:00 am – 5:00 pm with 1 hour for lunch - M, W, TH (21 hours)