Activities Coordinator

About the Role

Wilder’s Aging Services follows a person-centered approach, valuing the uniqueness of each individual through our philosophy, policies, and service delivery. Join a collaborative team that supports the health and independence of older adults as they age and receive care in the community, which is critical to Wilder’s mission of improving lives today and for generations to come.

As a valued team member, you will plan and implement therapeutic activities on a rotating schedule at two Customized Living sites and provide personal care assistance to older adults who may have cognitive, mental, or physical disabilities. Create monthly activity program schedules, manage service relationships with vendors or other partners, and provide work direction for staff or volunteers supporting activities with clients in Wilder’s Customized Living programs. Oversee and supervise daily activities for clients. Adhere to a person-centered approach that respects and values the uniqueness of each individual receiving services. Coordinate with program nurses and social workers to identify client needs and make referrals for other services as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement therapeutic activities on a rotating schedule at two Customized Living sites.
• Provide personal care assistance to older adults with cognitive, mental, or physical disabilities.
• Create monthly activity program schedules.
• Manage service relationships with vendors or other partners.
• Provide work direction for staff or volunteers supporting activities with clients.
• Oversee and supervise daily activities for clients.
• Adhere to a person-centered approach that respects and values each individual.
• Coordinate with program nurses and social workers to identify client needs and make referrals for other services.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or a GED is required.
• At least two years of relevant experience in activity planning or providing therapeutic recreational services and support is required.
• CPR and First Aid certification are required.
• Certification as a C.N.A or CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist) is preferred.
• Previous experience working with older adults in home or community-based settings is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including health, dental, basic life, and disability insurance.
• Paid leave and 401k with employer match.
• Wellness programs and tuition benefits for eligible academic programs.
• Professional development funding and employee resource groups.
• No waiting period for benefits; health and dental coverage begin on your first day of employment for eligible employees.
• Eligible federal loans may qualify for deferment through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

About Company

At Wilder, we know that supporting whole families starts with supporting the whole person - including our employees. When you work here, you’re not just part of a workplace; you’re part of a community committed to growth, belonging, and well-being. We believe that when our staff thrive, the families and communities we serve thrive too.

Wilder is a nonprofit community organization that works to see all people thrive. We champion stability and wellness through direct services, advocacy, and research. Learn more at https://www.wilder.org/.