Activities Coordinator

About the role

The Salus Lifestyle Coordinator (Activities Assistant) position at Sonata East at Viera Melbourne, FL is dedicated to assisting the Salus Lifestyle Coach in providing a diverse range of individual and group activities designed to engage and enrich the lives of residents.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and facilitating a variety of activities that cater to the cultural, spiritual, physical, political, social, and intellectual interests of residents.
• Facilitates social interactions among residents and encourages participation in planned activities.
• Coordinates joint programs with other program associates and trains volunteers as needed.
• Plans and implements decorations for special events, seasons, and holidays.
• Coordinates family functions and events, plans weekly excursions, and identifies necessary supplies for activities.
• Supports transportation for activity outings and regularly scheduled group trips, including driving the company vehicle when needed.
• Trains and supports volunteers in assisting with activities.
• Communicates effectively with the Salus Lifestyle Coach and other community staff, reporting any changes in the health of residents to the Salus Lifestyle Coach and Resident Care Director.
• Promotes the community and its values positively, and may be photographed or video recorded for promotional purposes.

Requirements

• Experience in activity planning, particularly with seniors.
• Experienced and enthusiastic about working with seniors.
• Displays creative activity skills and possesses organizational abilities.
• Mature, pleasant, friendly, and cheerful personality.
• State driver license required with a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle for resident activities and appointments.

Skills

• Activity planning and coordination.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Flexibility in scheduling.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Company-paid life insurance and voluntary disability.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan and paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.

Pay

Minimum pay is $16 per hour.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate special events and evening/weekend programs.