What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ingleside Engaged Adult Day Program Coordinator - Hourly position at Rock Creek?
Looking for an Adult Day Program Coordinator for our senior living community in Washington DC
Hours 9am-5pm , 5 days per week
Wage rate starting at $23.00 per hour Commensurate with experience
Full Time Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Matching and Three-Year Vesting
- Educational and US Citizenship Scholarship Opportunities
- Onsite CPR Training
- Certified Dementia Practitioner Training *
- Well-Being Model
- Eligible Employees May Receive Annual Employee Recognition from Residents
- UKG Wallet (Daily Pay)
- Free Use of Community Pool and Fitness Center
- Training and Growth Opportunities
- Tickets to Work
- Pet Insurance
*Available for select employees
About Ingleside at Rock Creek
Ingleside at Rock Creek is a not-for-profit, CARF-accredited, Life Plan Community nestled alongside Washington, DC’s beautiful Rock Creek Park. A diverse group of people whose experiences and interests create the perfect balance for stylish retirement living in this engaging community. Ingleside at Rock Creek is certified as a Great Place to Work. We are CARF Certified, and Sage certified.
Job Requirements
Associate’s degree in a Human Service field required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. One-year related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Incumbent should be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form, possess high-quality verbal and written communication ability, strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Must be proficient in the operation of computer applications such as Microsoft Office, fax, etc.
Job Summary
This position is primarily responsible for assuring the organization and implementation of the day-to-day operations of the Adult Social Day Program in addition to implementing therapeutic programming to clientele. Directly supervises and coordinates tasks with Activity Assistants and CNAs assigned to provide hands on, direct care to day program participants through the day for safety and engagement.
- Coordinate with staff to create therapeutically appropriate individual and group activities in the Social Day program with persons who have dementia-related diagnoses.
- Plans daily program prior to day of operation in conjunction with all program staff, based on calendar.
- Leads daily program of structured activities that is person-centered, engaging and therapeutically appropriate, incorporating cognitive, social, creative, physical and purposeful programs for persons with early and early-middle stages of cognitive decline.
- Assesses the environment for safety risks to program members, assuring member’s safety throughout program operation. Evaluates for and preserves program structure to impede wandering behaviors.
- Directly supervises and/or accompanies members in person at all times during program operation. Assures assigned staff meet all members at start of day and assures pick up at day completion.
- Assists with transportation of residents from each program location, as needed.
- Supervises lunch, sitting with members at dining table to assure member’s ability to dine safely and independently without risk for choking or aspiration.
- Leads set up and/or clean up of area for scheduled activities. Keeps supplies organized and stocked.
- Reports to Director of Memory Support all changes in member abilities or decline that may result in ineligibility or safety risk within program.
- Maintains department facilities, storage space, and equipment in a condition to promote efficiency, health, comfort and safety of residents/patients and staff.
- Demonstrates the ability to motivate program members to partake in activities of choosing.
- Demonstrates the ability to adapt activities to meet the residents’ needs.
- Anticipates needs of the department and is self-directed with regards to fulfilling those needs.
- Performs other duties as required.
EEO Statement
As an employer committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, Ingleside recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
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