Coordinator of Activities for St. Clare Hall

Sisters of St. Francis Oldenburg • Oldenburg, IN

12d

About The Position

The Coordinator of Activities for the Sisters of St. Francis in St. Clare Hall assesses, plans, organizes, and implements programs to enhance the Sisters’ physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being. The role includes providing one-on-one activities for Sisters who are bedbound, have dementia, or prefer not to join group activities. The Coordinator works with the Pastoral Care Team, Wellness Center Coordinator, and Nursing Staff, and gives witness to Franciscan values of reconciliation, peace and justice, responsible stewardship, and respect for the individual. The position is responsible to the Director of Nursing.

This part-time position is 24 hours per week, with a flexible schedule during daytime hours and occasional evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• Education and experience in geriatric activities.
• Experience ministering with older adults with varying levels of cognition.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Approachability and good social and people skills.
• Coordination skills and ability to take initiative.
• Creativity and flexibility.
• Experience working effectively on a team.
• Assessment skills.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to set a budget and operate within it.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ongoing education.

Nice To Haves

• National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP) certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess individual Sisters’ needs through interviews about their life histories, hobbies, and preferences in consultation with Nursing Staff, the Pastoral Care Team, and the Wellness Center Coordinator; evaluation sheets; and observation.
• Design, implement, and/or coordinate educational, social, and leisure activities for Sisters in St. Clare Hall, including community and world news, activities that stimulate their spirits, activities that increase cognitive functioning, and basic technology as needed by individual Sisters.
• Provide one-on-one activities for Sisters who are bedbound, have dementia, or prefer not to participate in group activities.
• Coordinate volunteers assisting with activities, special parties, or celebrations.
• Prepare the monthly calendar for Sisters in St. Clare Hall.
• Manage the portion of the annual budget devoted to St. Clare Hall activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed