Activities Coordinator
REPORTS TO: Center Director
RESPONSIBILITIES
Including but not limited to:
- Manage the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Town Square daily programming
- Ensure daily activities and programs encourage socialization and provide entertainment, enjoyment, and fulfillment to Town Square members
- Actively participate in daily activities and directly engage with Town Square members
- Plan and create monthly calendars using the Town Square programming guide and coordinate with outside vendors for special programming, such as performances, family days, holiday themes, and special events
- Work closely with the Center Director to ensure programs and staffing meet Town Square goals and adhere to approved budgets
- Ensure calendar of events and programs are planned quarterly, well-documented, and communicated clearly to all support staff
- Provide ongoing training and support to care providers of all activities and programs
- Lead morning team huddles and support staff to review daily activities and specific member needs
- Coach and monitor performance of care providers during day-to-day activities
- Manage any center volunteers when present
- Participate in after-hour events to promote Town Square
- Help coordinate member transportation
- Assist with food service and food ordering; maintain any state-specific requirements
- Assist with Town Square tours when necessary
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
REQUIREMENTS
- A degree in therapeutic recreation, gerontology, education, or related field preferred
- A minimum of three years direct programming experience with older adults and persons with dementia preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Self-motivated with the ability to self-manage and drive efficient processes
