Life Engagement Coordinator (Activities Assistant)

Cedar Healthcare Center • Portsmouth, NH

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Healthcare Center, part of locally owned 603 Healthcare, is seeking a Life Engagement Coordinator (Activities Assistant) to create meaningful experiences and support resident engagement. Working alongside the Activities Director, the coordinator helps provide recreational, social, and wellness programs tailored to residents’ interests, abilities, and individual needs. The role includes leading group activities, spending time with residents individually, and helping coordinate outings so residents can remain engaged and connected with their community.

This is a part-time position with Saturday and Sunday shifts and flexible hours. Compensation is $18.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience. Full-time modified compensation options are also mentioned. The position is non-exempt and based at Cedar Healthcare Center in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, creative, and energetic approach to working with residents.
• Ability to work independently and as a supportive member of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and facilitating group activities, individual visits, and recreational and wellness programs.
• Get to know residents and their families to understand individual interests and encourage participation.
• Escort residents to activities and assist with community outings, appointments, and events.
• Help create and maintain monthly activity calendars.
• Document resident participation and responses to activities.
• Observe and communicate changes in residents’ mood, behavior, or engagement.
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate resident needs and activities.
• Help keep activity supplies organized and accessible.
• Promote resident dignity, rights, confidentiality, safety, and infection-control practices.
• Participate in required training, safety drills, and quality-improvement activities.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits (full-time only).
• Dental insurance (full-time only).
• Vision insurance (full-time only).
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) program.
• Vacation of up to two weeks in the first year (full-time only).
• Sick time of up to 48 hours per year (full-time only).
• Two personal days (full-time only).
• Wellness program with free telehealth, preventative care, and discounts on some prescription medications.
• Eligible full-time employees may elect modified compensation calculated at 10–20% of the base rate in lieu of select benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED