Mercy Retirement & Care Center - Life Enrichment Coordinator - Full Time

Mercy Retirement & Care Center

An Elder Care Alliance Community

Actual pay decision based on factors including experience, skills and training

$26.20 to $28.19Hourly DOE

 Schedule: Sunday to Thursday

Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful work happens every day? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults?

Mercy Retirement & Care Center has been at the forefront of senior care for more than 150 years. Situated on our lush campus in Oakland, we provide assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to meet a variety of healthcare needs. We provide exceptional, person-centered care that enhances the quality of life for our residents.

Our Culture of Excellence is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and a commitment to the well-being of both our residents and our team members. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation and compassion drive everything we do. 

The Life Enrichment Coordinator plans, coordinates and implements meaningful therapeutic activities and events for residents in our memory care and assisted living community, as well as works closely with Life Enrichment Director in providing programming to stimulate and support the social, physical, and emotional needs of our residents.

Our Life Enrichment Coordinator: 

• Researches, plans, coordinates, and implements a varied daily program of activities designed to meet recreational needs of residents and to increase stimulation in their environment.
• Works closely with Life Enrichment Director, Coordinators, Volunteers and staff in providing programming to stimulate and support the social, physical and emotional functioning of the residents.
• Provides transportation for all residents, especially assisting frail residents, in the community van or bus to medical appointments and other outings.
• Interacts with residents, families, coworkers, managers and other departmental personnel in a kind, knowledgeable, professional and friendly manner to promote service excellence. 

What you need to succeed:

• Geriatric education or experience required
• Minimum of one year of experience working in long term care setting, home care or a related field strongly desired.
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand English, and successfully work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Current First Aid Training and Certifications as per Title 22.
• Positive work ethic and concern for elders.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer competitive *pay and phenomenal benefits. Subject to eligibility requirements benefits include:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plans
• Flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement to promote your career advancement.
• ++much more

*Actual pay decision based on factors including experience, skills and training.

“Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status”