Activity Coordinator for Skilled Nursing

Human Good • Santa Barbara, CA

75d • $23 - $29

About The Position

Valle Verde in Santa Barbara, CA, recently named "Best Continuing Care Retirement Community in the U.S. 2025" by Newsweek magazine, is located on 60 pristine acres in Santa Barbara, CA. We offer resort style retirement and continuity of care for seniors. The Activity Coordinator for Skilled Nursing provides and promotes quality educational, entertaining and challenging activities, programs and outings for residents in the assigned level of care in an effort to enhance quality of life and resident satisfaction.

Requirements

• Associate's degree with emphasis in recreation, health education or related field; and college course work in social work, gerontology, psychology, recreation therapy or related field, preferred
• 1 or 2 years of experience in a geriatric setting; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
• Valid California Driver's License

Nice To Haves

• No prior certification required; training provided for Activity Leader certification (over $500 value)

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and monitor wellness and recreation programs to meet the specific needs of residents
• Provide programs and events that encourage engagement and socialization to help support a high quality of life for our residents
• Ensure life enrichment programs meet all local, state, and federal regulations
• Plan, prepare, direct, and participate in a variety of activity programs for residents, such as entertainment, cooking, educational programs, arts and crafts, games, sports, and outings; ensures that all regulatory requirements for types of activities are met
• Utilize intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office and working in various company platforms
• Drive an 8 passenger van as needed

Benefits

• 20 days of paid time off, plus 7 company holidays (increases with years of service)
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest
• Health, Dental and Vision Plans starting the 1st of the month following your start date
• $25+Tax per line Cell Phone Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 5-star employer-paid employee assistance program
• Medical benefits starting the 1st of the month following your start date for part-time/per diem team members
• Matching 401(k) for part-time/per diem team members
• Use of community amenities for part-time/per diem team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees