Activities / Club Coordinator- Maravilla Santa Barbara

Maravilla Santa Barbara•Santa Barbara, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Part Time specialized position, working primarily Friday and Saturday, 9am-5:30pm. The role executes a comprehensive resident-centered Enrichment Program for a group of high functioning residents who have mild to moderate cognitive impairment. This role takes the lead in guiding a group of 6 - 12 residents in a structured daily curriculum of interactive activities and exercises that nourish the mind, body and soul.

Requirements

Prior experience in recreation therapy, leading and motivating small groups.
Life experience to relate naturally to the resident population of average age 85 years young is a plus.
This role is ideal for teachers, coaches or persons who are used to working with a curriculum.
Patience, kindness and tenacity are all qualities that the ideal candidate must possess.
Most importantly, the ideal candidate must have a service heart and must LOVE seniors.

Responsibilities

Promotes resident participation for those who would benefit.
Provides a setting that is clean, safe and comfortable.
Works in conjunction with the Director of Assisted Living in development and execution of monthly Club Maravilla 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 Club outings with activities staff.
Routinely communicates with Director of Assisted Living, Nursing and Care staff 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 Club dining services to enhance resident dining experience including coordination of mealtimes.
Set up for and clean up after events and activities.
Secures passenger’s wheelchairs, walkers and other equipment to restraining devices to stabilize equipment during outings.