Job Information

St. Bernard's Medical Center ACTIVITY COORDINATOR - SENIOR LIFE CENTERS in JONESBORO, Arkansas

  • JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Education

  • Minimum Education: High school graduate

  • Preferred Education: Knowledge Of human Growth and Development For assessment

  • Experience

  • Minimum Experience: 2+ years working w/elderly, Plan/implement/supervise Activities/volunteers/trips/fundraising. Licensed driver for at least 2 years with good driving record, no moving violations or accidents.

  • Preferred Experience: Write and compile proposals

  • Physical

  • Vision Requirements: Normal/Corrected Eyesight Regularly (67-100%) Hearing: Normal and Soft tones Regularly (67-100%) Standing/Walking: Regularly (67-100%) Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling/Bending: Regularly (67-100%) Lifting (30 lbs)/Pulling (100 lbs)/Carrying (30 lbs)/ Pushing (100 lbs): Frequently (34-66%) Manual dexterity and mobility: Must be able to write, Type and use phone system. Regularly (67-100%)

  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

  • JOB SUMMARY

  • The Activities Coordinator is responsible for daily training on physical fitness, socialization, interpersonal skills, daily living skills and leisure time. Evaluates program participants daily, monthly and yearly on objectives and progress. Creates monthly schedule calendar inclusive of leisure time activities. Participates, plans and organizes extra curricular activities, holiday parties, dances and community events. Coordinates and oversees volunteers and AAA employees.

  • Ability to prepare and conduct Training

  • Certified Volunteer Manager, And/or Activity Director Certification

  • Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Handles emergency and crisis situations Subject to many interruptions Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and overtime Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries Requires good judgment/action