Good Day Respite Activities Coordinator

Lake Sunapee VNA•New London, NH

About The Position

Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice is seeking a Good Day Respite Activities Coordinator. The Good Day Respite is a non-medical, adult day program for individuals with mild to moderate cognitive impairment. The hours for the Activities Coordinator are Tuesday and Thursday each week from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm. This position is Per Diem. As the Good Day Respite Activities Coordinator you will plan, provide, and coordinate purposeful activities designed to meet the needs and interests of the Good Day Respite Program participants. The Activities Coordinator will provide a safe and comfortable environment, work with program volunteers, communicate with caregivers, and assist in screening applicants for the program.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
At least 2 years of experience working with geriatric individuals or persons with disabilities
Must be certified in adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) equivalent to basic life support from either the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association
If not currently certified, must receive certification upon hire
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) required
Proof of Flu vaccination
Reliable transportation
Valid driver's license
Automobile insurance
Physical exam within the last year
Two-step TB test

Responsibilities

plan, provide, and coordinate purposeful activities designed to meet the needs and interests of the Good Day Respite Program participants
provide a safe and comfortable environment
work with program volunteers
communicate with caregivers
assist in screening applicants for the program