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Williamsburg Landing · 3 hours ago

Activities Coordinator (Memory Care) - Full Time

Williamsburg Landing is seeking an Activities Coordinator for their Memory Care unit. This role involves developing and implementing activities tailored to the psychosocial needs of residents, ensuring their safety and engagement in various programs.

Assisted LivingHealth CareNon ProfitNursing and Residential CareRehabilitationRetirement

Responsibilities

Develops, plans and implements individual and group activities programs; covers other areas of care as scheduled
Plans, schedules and implements individual, in-room activities and socialization for residents who are unable to leave their rooms or choose to stay in their rooms in Cove Crest
Maintain resident assessments which include the Activities Assessment and the BBET assessment required in their level of care; keep track of due dates, and upload assessments into electronic medical record system
Develops a BBET Personality Profile and Music/Video Preferences form for every resident of Cove Crest
Responsible for tracking budget and expenses for programs with guidance from supervisor; schedules performers and submits invoices for payment
Gathers and purchase supplies for activity programs and BBET programming as needed
Creates monthly activity calendar that provides programming that covers the seven dimensions of wellness; distributes to residents by paper copy monthly and to families by email monthly after approval from their supervisor
Collaborates with departments across campus, such as Transportation, Dining, Chaplain Services and others as needed
Documents residents’ activity attendance, and residents’ response to individual and small group experiences daily; documents BBET sessions in designated portal weekly
Plans and attends group outings off campus as scheduled
Assists residents to and from scheduled activities; assists the resident in using assistive mobility devices safely
Works cooperatively with all Activities Coordinators to share resources and collaborate on events and programs
Provides weekend activities in rotation with other Activities Coordinators for all licensed areas
Ensures all residents are safe during any activity; takes all appropriate action to have a safe activity space, safely designed activities, and safe interactions; renders immediate emergency response if needed
Maintains vigilance to observe any unusual symptoms or signs of illness and reports same to nurse in charge; reports any indication of residents’ deteriorating physical, emotional, or mental health by noting such cues as uneaten food, deteriorating cleanliness, or conversations that indicate deep unhappiness or loneliness
Attends and/or communicates necessary information to assist the supervisor with family meetings or the interdisciplinary team conferences on a regular basis
Provides BBET training and maintains records of training for all staff working in Cove Crest Neighborhoods
Oversees the BBET resource room ensuring that all equipment is cleaned, filed and maintained in good working order
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

DementiaActivities Professional CertificationBBET Coordinator trainingProficient computer skillsTailor activitiesSound judgmentPhysical assistanceInterest in resident welfareArea resourcesTeamwork

Required

Knowledge of dementia and the ability to work with and assist in developing programs for residents in varying stages of illness
Minimum of one (1) year work experience in social/recreational programs, preferably with residents in all levels of care
Activities Professional Certification required within 6 months of hire
BBET Coordinator training, provided by Cognitive Services Educator, required within 30 days of position start date
Ability to tailor activities to individual needs
Inclination to work harmoniously within a team
Proficient computer skills
Ability to follow through on projects and assignments delegated by the designated supervisor
Possess a genuine interest in the welfare and quality of life of all residents
General knowledge of the psycho-social needs of adults in various stages of dementia
Knowledge of area resources and cultural activities
Ability to exercise sound judgment and respond appropriately in the event of an emergency
Ability to physically assist residents with activities provided
Ability to safely lift and carry a maximum of 50 pounds

Preferred

Activities Director Certified or Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist
Bachelor's degree in related field
Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a Passenger Vehicle endorsement is desired

Company

Williamsburg Landing

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Williamsburg Landing provides independent living, short-term rehabilitation, assisted living, memory support, and nursing services.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$148.24M
Key Investors
Ziegler
2024-01-04Debt Financing· $76.91M
2021-10-15Debt Financing· $71.33M

Leadership Team

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Gregory T. Storer
President/CEO
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