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Join our team as an Activities Coordinator (Intermissions Program Coordinator) to plan, develop and manage the overall operation of the Intermissions community-based social activity programs.

What we offer

• Compensation: $55,000-$64,000 per year, commensurate with experience
• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
• PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How you will make an impact

• Partnering with Resident Life and Health Services to facilitate the effective delivery of service to participants and assessment of program outcomes
• Managing the internal marketing of the Intermissions Program to residents, families, and staff
• Coordinating acceptance of participants into the program and discontinuation of services as needed.
• Facilitating the exchange of information with residents’ families, caregivers, staff, and support systems
• Educating staff and volunteers regarding residents’ abilities, preferences, and program interventions
• Scheduling and documenting in-service programs for staff and volunteers

What you will need

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a geriatric setting required
• Creative & Expressive Arts background (art, dance movement, music, drama, poetry) is preferred
• Experience with the elderly, and demonstrated understanding of the dementia process and its impact on a person’s ability to benefit from social activity-based programming

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Riderwood helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law