Activities Coordinator
Sevita - Paterson, NJ
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Mentor Adult Day Health, a member of the Sevita family, provides day programs for elders with complex medical or rehabilitative needs. This allows seniors to obtain quality healthcare while remaining active and involved in the community and continuing to live in their own homes. Our programs are staffed with qualified, experienced licensed nurses and caregivers who are trained to provide individual assistance to each person we serve. MI CASA Adult Day is looking for a Certified Activities Coordinator. Candidates must be fluent in Spanish to communicate with participants. Do you want to have a positive impact on people's lives? Do you love planning and coordinating activities? Come put your enthusiasm to work with individuals with developmental disabilities. As Activities Coordinator, you will conduct group and individual recreational activities according to an individual's needs, capabilities, and interests. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to identify and implement meaningful group activities with focus on emphasizing the preferences of individuals served. Provide daily instruction and guidance to staff regarding activity delivery methods and techniques as well as at staff meetings. Determine and implement necessary precautions in exercising responsibility for the care and safety of individuals served. Maintain curriculum binders for each classroom to ensure that varied and age-appropriate activities are planned and conducted for all individuals served. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required; NCCAP or ADC certification is required. Two years' experience working with developmentally disabled adults, including planning and conducting activities for this population Valid driver's license in good standing with car registration and vehicle insurance All state-required training and certification completed in mandated timeframes Reliable, responsible, and caring nature Strong organizational and communication skills Commitment to the company's mission and values Why Join Us? Full time schedule available Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holiday pay Important work adding value to the organization's mission alongside a great team of coworkers Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities We have meaningful work for you - come join our team - Apply Today! Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Created: 2024-11-30