Activities Program Coordinator - Healthcare Life Enrichment

Lakewood Retirement Community-LifeSpire•Richmond, VA

About The Position

Join Us in Empowering Purposeful Living At the heart of everything we do is a powerful mission: Empowering individuals with choices in purposeful living. We envision a vibrant community where faith, wellness, and connection thrive together. Guided by our core values Faith, Servant Leadership, Stewardship, Integrity, Innovation, and Joy, we are committed to creating an environment where both our team and those we serve can flourish. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of something bigger, we invite you to explore a career with us. The Program Coordinator is responsible for the overall management, implementation, and coordination of therapeutic recreation and activity programming throughout the Healthcare Center. This position supervises Program Assistants and collaborates with all departments to meet and exceed the needs and expectations of residents and their families. The Program Coordinator maintains a professional appearance and attitude, fosters open communication, and shares responsibility with coworkers to ensure high-quality resident services.

Requirements

This is a salaried position requiring a minimum of forty (40) hours per week, with additional hours as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.
Weekend and holiday work is required as needed.
Associate degree preferred; background in gerontology, recreation, or therapeutic recreation strongly preferred
Proficient in computer applications and programs
One (1) to three (3) years of relevant service experience or demonstrated equivalent skills and knowledge
Strong planning, organizational, multitasking, leadership, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated compassion and empathy for others
Physical requirements include heavy work as defined as the exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility or retirement community preferred
Certified Activity Professional designation preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation and activity programs that promote resident engagement and maximum functional ability
Develop and maintain monthly activity calendars, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Coordinate event logistics, scheduling, facility use, volunteers, and communication with residents, families, and staff
Actively participate in activities to ensure quality programming and resident safety
Collect resident and participant feedback and use evaluations to continuously improve programming
Maintain accurate documentation, assessments, and charting in compliance with CMS regulations and organizational policies
Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams, including participation in Resident Care Conferences and Resident Council as requested
Supervise and support Program Assistants and serve as a positive role model through leadership, professionalism, and teamwork
Manage administrative duties including budgeting, invoices, record keeping, and regulatory compliance
Communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, management, and regulatory agencies
Maintain confidentiality, uphold resident rights, and follow all facility policies and procedures
Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement