JOB DESCRIPTION

Dodge Park a 60 bed facility located at the heart of Greendale area in Worcester is looking for experience activity coordinator.

The Memory Care Activity Coordinator is responsible for co-developing, coordinating and implementing programs and services with the activity director for our residents with cognitive impairment by providing a therapeutic environment that maintains each resident’s highest level of physical, social and psychological well-being. Our memory program is intended to fulfill basic psychological, intellectual, physical, social and emotional and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment.

• Develops and implements an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging under the supervision of the activity director.
• Support and supervise a team of activity aides under the direction of the activity director and the facility nursing leadership.
• Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
• Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Supports the resident’s abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity
• Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability
• Encourages and motivates residents to attend and participate in programming and activities
• Communicates any changes in the residents condition or behavior pattern to Memory Care Director
• Assists in the production of a quality monthly newsletter and calendar and Daily Activity Calendar on a timely basis

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues. Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals.
• Possesses training and knowledge in recreational activities
• A CDP certificate is a plus (can help with the training if needed)
• Possesses training and knowledge of Alzheimer’s and related dementia
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
• Shows an ability to relate to and perform job functions for the elderly in a positive and efficient manner
• Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure
• Ability to supervise staff member
• Ability to supervise staff on multiple shifts

• Develops and implements an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging under the supervision of the activity director.
• Support and supervise a team of activity aides under the direction of the activity director and the facility nursing leadership.
• Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
• Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Supports the resident’s abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity
• Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability
• Encourages and motivates residents to attend and participate in programming and activities
• Communicates any changes in the residents condition or behavior pattern to Memory Care Director
• Assists in the production of a quality monthly newsletter and calendar and Daily Activity Calendar on a timely basi