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Teresian House Activities Coordinator in 200 Washington Avenue Extension, New York

Thank you for considering Teresian House for your choice of employment!

Join a team committed to enhancing the lives of our residents by providing optimal service in a homelike atmosphere!

Our mission is evident in the daily interactions our staff have with residents and their families.

At Teresian House , we are truly "Where the spirit of love and dedication lives..."

The Teresian House is currently hiring an Activities Coordinator. This opportunity is for a Full Time, Day position and includes working every other weekend and rotating holidays!

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for: Planning, implementing, and carrying out meaningful leisure time activities for the residents under the supervision of the Director of Activities; Preparing and distributing a unit specific activity calendar prior to the 1st of each month; Submitting requests for supplies to the Activities Director and remaining conscientious of the budget; Assuring proper use and storage of tools, equipment and supplies; Encouraging all residents to participate in activities appropriate to their needs, interests, physical and mental capabilities. You will also need to; Prepare residents activity assessments as needed, documentation of each resident's response to planned activities and appropriate sections of the MDS; Support the unit and performing other duties as needed for the smooth and efficient operation of Teresian House and for the welfare of the residents.

Qualified candidates for the Activities Coordinator position will have; a high school diploma or GED with some college courses in gerontology preferred; Recent experience in recreation preferably with a geriatric population; a valid driver's license and be willing to drive a Teresian House van/bus. You will need to be able to work independently and with a team, be creative and possess good organizational skills, be detail oriented, cooperative with co-workers, considerable initiative and judgement needed to carry out recreational events. Candidate will need to be CPR certified or willing to take certification class within 60 days of hire and will need to work 1-2 evening programs per month.

All employees of Teresian House MUST be vaccinated for COVID.

Some of the benefits proudly offered at Teresian House Center for the Elderly include:

  • Generous Paid Time off with cash-out options

  • Referral Bonuses

  • Employee Cafe' with Free Lunch and Dinner during shift

  • Compassionate work environment

  • Opportunity for Career Advancement: Strong orientation program, tuition assistance and scholarships

  • Employee Assistance Plan including individual counseling and referral to community services

  • Employee events including picnics and holiday events

  • A welcoming, inclusive environment with an excellent, compassionate team

    *BENEFITS ARE ADMINISTERED ACORDING TO SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS.

    Visit our career page for a full list of openings at: thcareers.org. (https://teresianhouse.org/skilled-nursing-jobs-albany-ny)

    Teresian House provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Employment contingent upon successful criminal background check and physical.

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