Serve as the primary program developer and leader for the sensory program, to achieve the overall mission objectives to include planning, leading, and designing program events. Support educational and entertainment program with ideas, resources, and research for creative and stimulating program offerings. Coach residents to discover, develop and fulfill inner purpose through mentoring and facilitation of unique and enriching program opportunities representing the six dimensions of wellness: Spir... more details
Activities Specialist
Job LocationsUS-PA-Philadelphia
ID
2024-8479
Location : Name
Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley
Type
Full-Time
Category
Activities
Overview
Come see why Wesley Enhanced Living is Ranked #5 in the Nation as a Best Workplace in our industry!
Hiring Immediately!
The Activities Specialist is the program developer and leader for the sensory program, which directly relates to the care of our residents in the skilled nursing unit. It is their responsibility to implement best practices, as dictated by their therapeutic recreation degree, to ensure that residents receive quality care, as dictate by the mission and values of Wesley Enhanced Living.
Essential Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary program developer and leader for the sensory program, to achieve the overall mission objectives to include planning, leading, and designing program events.
Support educational and entertainment program with ideas, resources, and research for creative and stimulating program offerings.
Coach residents to discover, develop and fulfill inner purpose through mentoring and facilitation of unique and enriching program opportunities representing the six dimensions of wellness: Spiritual, Intellectual, Social, Emotional, Occupational, and Physical.
Facilitate group activities as noted on calendar of recreational activities; including discussion groups, culinary, craft, outings, etc.
Communicates opportunities throughout facility to residents, staff and family members; encourages resident participation and involvement
Perform other duties required.
Qualifications
Related Experience:
Minimum 1 year experience as an Activity Specialist in a senior living environment, or in educational environment. Good organizational skills and flexibility required; may be responsible for evening and/or weekend activities.
National Council for Therapeutic Recreations, American Therapeutic Recreation Association
At WEL, you will be paid a competitive salary and enjoy a generous benefits package!
Some of our benefits include:
Health Insurance (including prescription and vision)
Dental Insurance
401(k) plans
Wellness program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Life insurance
Other generous benefits
We welcome your application and invite you to visit: www.wel.org to learn more about our 130+ year young organization, our enhanced living philosophy, and our award winning team of employees.
For the safety and protection of our residents, employees, and visitors our organization requires that all staff members receive the COVID-19 vaccines.
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