AL Activities Coordinator

Kensington Senior Living•Kensington, MD

About The Position

The Activities Coordinator for Assisted Living assists the Director of Assisted Living in developing, organizing, and coordinating community and area resources to provide a high-quality activities program for residents. In accordance with resident assessments, the program is designed to address each resident’s interests and support their physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. The coordinator plans and leads individual and group activities, supervises activities assistants, contributes to resident care planning, maintains program documentation, and works with other departments, residents, and families. The role also supports communications and seasonal displays, evaluates program effectiveness and resident participation, and administers a volunteer program.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in a similar position in retirement living or home care.
Associate degree from an accredited college or university.
Ability to communicate clearly and proficiently with people of all ages and abilities, with consideration for their rights and sensitivities, while maintaining an energetic, positive attitude.
Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
Strong time-management and organizational skills.
Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and a Property Management System.
Ability to read and interpret human-service periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
Must be in good health and physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks.
Must demonstrate freedom from pulmonary tuberculosis through a physician-performed health screening no more than six months before or seven days after employment.
Must pass a criminal background check administered in Maryland.
Must have and maintain a valid driver license.
Must maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance and follow the dress code in the employee handbook.
Ability to stand and walk short and long distances for extended periods; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms above, below, and at shoulder length; and talk and hear.
Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, and push at least 200 pounds a minimum distance of 200 feet.
May need to assist with evacuating residents during an emergency.
Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Activities Professional from a recognized accrediting body.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the planning, development, and implementation of activities designed to enrich the lives of Assisted Living residents, and develop and publish the monthly activities calendar.
Supervise the training, development, and performance of activities assistants, and provide input for their performance evaluations.
Contribute to resident care planning by participating in assessments, developing service plan goals and approaches, and maintaining progress notes.
Develop and lead one-on-one and group activities; prepare rooms, equipment, and supplies; clean up after activities; encourage resident and family participation; and transport residents to and from activities as needed.
Complete documentation, including daily attendance records, historical monthly activities calendars, precautions lists, and transportation logs.
Maintain effective working relationships within the Assisted Living department and with other community departments, cooperating to meet residents’ needs.
Assist with monthly newsletters and family communications, and coordinate monthly bulletin boards and seasonal decorations.
Assist the Director of Assisted Living in evaluating activities-program effectiveness, individual needs, and resident participation levels.
Attend resident and family council meetings as appropriate, and proactively encourage and support residents’ rights.
Administer an effective volunteer program in the Assisted Living neighborhood.
Attend training courses and participate in other required professional development activities.