Memory Care Activities Coordinator

Calyx Living • Durham, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Calyx Living is actively seeking an energetic Memory Care Activities Coordinator for our assisted living community located in beautiful North Durham off the Eno River and just minutes from Duke University, the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and the American Tobacco Campus in downtown Durham's vibrant entertainment district. The Memory Care Activities Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and supervision of programming, staffing, and life enrichment when working with seniors in need of assistance with memory or other cognitive issues associated with the aging process.

Requirements

• Demonstrates a passion to work with the senior population
• A minimum of two years of activity programming with the dementia population.
• Understand and be committed to the psycho-social model of care and the special needs of residents with memory impairment
• Willing to work flexible hours including a weekend day for planned activities and events
• A current North Carolina's driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Ideally will have at least a two-year degree in gerontology, healthcare administration, recreational therapy or related field, with a four-year degree strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Implement a stimulating activity program focused on the Dimensions of Wellness including physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual activities
• Ensure that all programs will address the needs of our memory care population
• Assist with the pre-admission assessments, staff training, coordination of care
• Meet the requirements to act as a Supervisor-in-Charge within the first 45 days of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree