Memory Care Activities Coordinator

Country Meadows Retirement Communities•York, PA

33d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Being a Memory Care Activities Coordinator allows you to work very closing with our memory support residents. You will create facilitate and encourage residents to participate in appropriate activities and experiences. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for working with those with dementia, value the company of older adults, lead with a big picture mentality and appreciate the arts and wellness. Current Opportunity: Full Time 8:30am-4:30pm Our investment in you: Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experience Length of service bonus awards PayActiv On-Demand Pay - Work today, get paid tomorrow Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical Excellent vision and dental 401(k) retirement plan with company match Generous paid time off and roll over of unused time Paid holidays including your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning Supplemental life insurance Company-paid short-term disability Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans Family and medical leave Paid bereavement and jury duty leave Wellness reimbursement incentives $2 meals on our campuses including a main dish, a side, drink and dessert Our support for you: Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa. Direct access to your supervisory team Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement On-the-job training and continuing education Employee assistance program for you and your family Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need) Helping Hand interest-free loans Ask your Employment Specialist during your interview for details on any of our coworker centered benefits and incentives.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs preferred but not required.
Leadership style that is energetic, personable, positive, enthusiastic, creative and imaginative.
Ability to communicate intentions and directions to residents and co-workers. Be an active listener/empathetic.
Strong motivational skills to positively influence resident participation.
Valid driver's license with no major violations in the past three years.
Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this type of role.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs

Responsibilities

Generate ideas for new and favorite experiences.
Drive residents' interest in a dynamic lifestyle to promote a sense of pride and purpose.
Venture out with residents to theaters, museums, sporting events, restaurants, special destinations and more.
Team up with the Activities Coordinator and/or Associate in preparing and planning on and offsite events and activities.
Guide volunteers to create meaningful impact.
Promote a positive, enthusiastic environment to motivate resident engagement.