Activities Coordinator
About The Position
This is a full-time Activities Coordinator position at Hebrew Home - Retirement Community in Riverdale, NY. The Activity Staff reports to the Activity Director and is responsible for organizing, leading, and participating in a wide variety of resident activities on a daily basis. This role also involves completing resident assessments and documentation regularly. The position requires adaptability to different physical and cognitive abilities, ensuring events are well-provisioned and on time, and maintaining cleanliness and adherence to all company policies. The coordinator must be able to cope with emotional stress, work independently, and demonstrate superior customer service.
Requirements
- Experience and passion for working in geriatric settings, such as nursing homes or senior centers
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Physically able to perform duties such as standing for long periods, squatting, bending and pushing activity carts
- Proficient in the use of various computer programs
- High school diploma or higher level of education
Nice To Haves
- Experience in SIGMA care and SAGELY a plus
- Experience in organizing game groups and Art classes.
Responsibilities
- Organize, lead and participate in a wide variety of resident activities on a daily basis with the goal of a high level of resident engagement and enjoyment
- Lead and participate in including special events as needed
- Adapt approach to accommodate different levels of abilities physically and cognitively
- Ensure that events are well-provisioned and that the event takes place on time
- Complete all scheduled activities as described on a daily basis.
- Immediately reach out to the Activity Director or Coordinator if you are unable to compete all scheduled activities in the way they were intended.
- Transport supplies to the location of all scheduled activities, compete clean up and return materials at the conclusion of the activity
- Observing participants at events to gauge their enjoyment and obtain their feedback to improve events
- Keep records regarding resident participation and behaviors as directed
- Complete resident assessments and documentation as directed
- Report medical concerns or observations
- Willingness to utilize computers on a daily basis
- Must be able to cope with the emotional stress associated with working with patients, families, and co-workers
- Must be able to work independently with periodic (daily or less) support and directions
- Responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations.
- Adheres to high standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene and dress code
- Adheres to all documentation requirements of activities department, facility, and company
- Contributes to a positive work team by sharing information, using problem-solving methods, accepting new ideas, constructive feedback and advice from others
- Demonstrates superior customer service through professionalism, courtesy, consistent and timely follow-up, and positive communication
- Adheres to all policies of company, including job descriptions, certifications requirements, mission statement, HIPAA, confidentiality standards and resident rights
- Adapts to changes in responsibilities in a positive manner, is receptive to new ways of completing tasks, and is flexible in carrying out assignments
- Communicates and interacts professionally and respectfully with others in attending to and meeting their requests
- Perform all other duties as assigned and as required that are in the best interests of the company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
