Activity Coordinator- Senior Living

HumanGood•Santa Barbara, CA

2d•$23 - $29

About The Position

Valle Verde in Santa Barbara, California, is hiring an Activity Coordinator for its memory support and assisted living departments. Under general supervision, the coordinator provides and promotes educational, entertaining, and challenging activities, programs, and outings for residents in the assigned level of care to enhance quality of life and resident satisfaction. The schedule is full-time, Friday through Monday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Pay is $23–$29 per hour, depending on experience. Activity Leader training is available at the employer’s expense for candidates without prior certification.

Requirements

Valid California Driver’s License.
Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office and working in various company platforms.
Ability to drive an eight-passenger van.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree emphasizing recreation, health education, or a related field; college coursework in social work, gerontology, psychology, recreation therapy, or a related field is preferred.
One or two years of experience in a geriatric setting is preferred; equivalent combinations of training and experience may also provide the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Training is provided.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and monitor wellness and recreation programs to meet residents’ specific needs.
Provide programs and events that encourage resident engagement and socialization and support quality of life.
Ensure life enrichment programs meet local, state, and federal regulations.
Plan, prepare, direct, and participate in activities such as entertainment, cooking, educational programs, arts and crafts, games, sports, and outings.
Ensure regulatory requirements for activity types are met.
Drive an eight-passenger van.

Benefits

Employer-paid Activity Leader training, valued at over $500, for employees without prior certification.
Health, dental, and vision plans, starting the first of the month following the start date.
20 days of paid time off, increasing with years of service, plus seven company holidays.
401(k) with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting.
HSA option with employer contribution.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.
$25-per-line unlimited cell phone plan, plus taxes and fees.
Cell phone stipend.
Employer-paid employee assistance program.
Opportunities for career growth, leadership skills, and personal development.