Memory Care Activities Coordinator

Job Summary

Aventura at Assumption Village is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Memory Care Activities Coordinator to join their team. The ideal candidate will direct activities programs to meet the social, psychosocial, and therapeutic needs of residents.

Essential Functions

• Direct the development, implementation, supervision, and ongoing evaluation of activities programs to meet the social, psychosocial, and therapeutic needs of residents

• Prepare a monthly calendar of activities and post it in a prominent location

• Complete or direct the completion of the activities component of the comprehensive assessment and contribute to the comprehensive care plan goals and approaches

• Ensure that scheduled program activities are carried out seven days per week and are tailored to residents' unique requirements and skills

• Serve as a member of the QAPI Committee, Care Plan Meetings, IDT meetings, Department Head Meetings, and Mandatory inservices

• Monitor and maintain resident safety during activities and ensure that harmful items are strictly controlled

• Oversee the establishment and smooth operation of the Resident Council, including documentation of meeting minutes and concerns expressed

• Perform administrative functions, including assisting with staff orientation, policy development, and employee performance evaluations

• Oversee the facility's volunteer program and supervise student practices in Leisure Studies and related educational areas

• Encourage resident participation in activities and document outcomes, assess resident needs, and develop resident activities goals for the written care plan

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect, promoting and protecting all residents' rights

• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information

• Possesses good verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement

• Remains composed in stressful situations and possesses strong leadership skills

• Displays a positive attitude and ability to coordinate and conduct meetings, set and achieve goals

• Is organized, efficient, and possesses basic computer skills

• Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and deals tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public

• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include clinical knowledge and/or STNA certification, though not required.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and are committed to delivering exceptional care, we encourage you to apply for the Memory Care Activities Coordinator position at Aventura at Assumption Village!