Activities and Wellness Coordinator (Irondequoit Campus)

St Anns Community • Rochester, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently hiring for a Life enrichment and Wellness Coordinator for our independent living facility at Chapel Oaks located on the Irondequoit campus. The primary purpose of this job is to satisfy the recreation and leisure needs of the residents. Plan, implement and evaluate the services provided ensuring all programs are meaningful and include the 7 dimensions of wellness. Areas of responsibility include activities and wellness.

Requirements

• Associates degree in the field of recreation, health or social work required.
• 3 years of related experience.
• Must be certified or willing to become certified in CPR and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Create a monthly calendar of recreation and wellness programs.
• Lead programs including groups, games, exercise classes, wellness talks, etc.
• Hire entertainers and speakers to include on the monthly calendar.
• Use motivational techniques encouraging active involvement.
• Plan and organize supplies and materials needed for programming 1week in advance.
• Assist in shopping for materials as needed.
• Report changes in resident physical or emotional status to Director.
• Exercise care and proper use of materials and equipment.
• Identify ways to improve departmental productivity and efficiency.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and educational opportunities.
• Transport residents to and from events and outings.
• Maintain clean working environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director.
• Works closely with all department heads to ensure the delivery of the highest quality of services to all residents.
• Promotes and maintains good working relations and communication with all staff and residents of Chapel Oaks.
• Oversees the overall programming and scheduling of the wellness program.
• Provides community orientation to new residents including usage of the Entertainment package, transportation, and activities.
• Investigates and reports on any safety concerns involving residents.
• Supports the efforts and activities of the marketing department in promoting Chapel Oaks to the community.
• Instrumental in developing a community wide recreational environment promoting physical and mental wellness, cultural pursuits and specialized interests.
• Establishes a wellness program to include various levels of exercise classes, programs and coordinates discussion groups with Doctors and specialists.
• Coordinates the annual flu shot clinic.
• Attends the Resident Council and periodic focus groups.
• Schedules, plans, organizes, implements and supervises meaningful activities, and special events.
• Recruits, coordinates and supervises interns from local colleges/universities.
• Participates in “away” events as official escort.

Benefits

• Full time (37.5hrs/wk)
• Pay range - $17.50 - $21.90/hr.
• Dental, Health, Vision Insurance plans available
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Amazing employee benefits such as Dash Pass , discounted RTS Monthly Bus Pass Program and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree