Life Engagement Coordinator (Activities / Recreation)
About the role
Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of Life Engagement Coordinator in our skilled nursing neighborhood. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and implementing programs and events providing residents with Acts Signature Experience (ASE) incorporating wellness, person-centered living, and hospitality. These ASE events will encompass the three components that define life balance and are needed for improving and maintaining quality of life: body, mind, and spirit. Moreover, this position is responsible for actively ensuring that residents of differing cognitive and functional levels have opportunities for meaningful engagement consistent with the Acts engagement philosophy. The programs offered are informed by Montessori principles of resident empowerment and engagement and based upon personal history and preferences as expressed in My Story.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in recreation therapy, creative arts, and/or human services related field is required; Bachelor's degree is preferred
- Minimum of three years of experience working with older adults
- Current or eligible for certification in one of the following: Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, or Activity Director
- Dementia engagement certification (or willing to obtain within one year of employment)
- Current or eligible for certification in CPR
Benefits
- Health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- Disability programs
- 401(k) plan with 4% company match after one year of employment
- Paid time off and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Commuter benefits
- Scholarship awards
- Professional development programs
- University partnerships
- Referral and discount programs
- Appreciation events
- Wellness initiatives
- Next day pay with PayActiv benefit