PACE Recreation Coordinator - Full Time (Monday - Friday)

Washington Regional Medical Center • Springdale, AR

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About The Position

The Recreation Coordinator role at Washington Regional Medical System is a full-time position located in Springdale, AR. This position is integral to the interdisciplinary team, focusing on planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating therapeutic recreational activities for participants, including those with cognitive, developmental, and physical disabilities. The Recreation Coordinator will report to the Center Manager and will serve as a resource for staff and volunteers within the Adult Day Health Center (ADHC). The mission of the organization is to improve the health of the community through compassionate care and wellness education, and the Recreation Coordinator plays a vital role in achieving this mission through engaging activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, required
• Minimum one-year experience working with frail and elderly population, required
• CPR certification, required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in social work, preferred
• CNA or CTRS certification, preferred
• Experience with a dementia-based program, preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement group and individual activities to improve or maintain the participants' cognitive, physical, functional, social, psychosocial, spiritual, and artistic needs
• Assist participants and caregivers by providing educational materials for activity modification or skill development, and supplies for in-home use, as needed
• Coordinate, monitor, and evaluate recreational program plans to promote effectiveness according to client abilities and preferences within the ADHC daily flow of events
• Develop and distribute a monthly calendar of activities on a timely basis
• Organize community outings and special events at the ADHC, including participant transportation, entertainment, and catering
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients
• Assess participant activity within nursing home and community-based living facilities to ensure proper placement; provide in-home visits, as necessary
• Partner with leadership to maintain budget for recreation program
• Complete all required documentation and assessments in a timely manner

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees