Inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ, the mission of Cardinal Ritter Senior Services is to be a recognized provider in giving person centered care through an integrated continuum of quality residential, healthcare, and supportive social services for senior adults throughout the Archdiocese of Saint Louis.
Job Responsibilities
Activity Coordinator – Part-Time (Weekend Days Only)
Pay: $15–$20 per hour
About Us:
Cardinal Ritter Senior Services (CRSS), a nonprofit organization, is one of South County’s largest and most respected providers of independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services for older adults. Our mission is simple yet profound: to bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence. We are dedicated to providing exceptional physical, social, and spiritual care to our residents—and now, we’re looking for talented individuals to join our team.
Position Summary:
We are seeking two experienced Activity Coordinators for our Residential Care/Assisted Living facilities. In this role, you will coordinate engaging and meaningful activities tailored to the diverse religious, cultural, and social backgrounds of our residents.
Shift Availability:
-Part-Time Days: Weekend Only
Duties & Responsibilities:
-Plan, implement, and coordinate resident-centered activities, including daytime, evening, and weekend programs.
-Develop and distribute monthly and weekly activity calendars, ensuring residents are informed about upcoming opportunities.
-Provide outstanding customer service to residents, employees, and visitors.
-Demonstrate appreciation for the heritage, values, and life experiences of residents while understanding the aging process.
-Organize resident shopping trips, outings, and manage the scheduling of the Activity Center.
-Maintain and care for activity supplies and equipment in an orderly manner.
-Assist residents during mealtimes, including escorting them to the dining room as needed.
-Schedule and/or drive facility vans for resident field trips.
-Maintain and coordinate the Pet Therapy program (if applicable).
-Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the mission and values of CRSS Assisted Living.
Knowledge & Experience Requirements:
-A minimum of one year of experience in activity coordination.
-Proven experience working with older adults.
Skills & Qualifications:
-Must obtain a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) within three months of hire.
-Strong computer skills.
-High degree of flexibility and adaptability to adjust to varying workloads, assignments, hours, and days (including weekends, evenings, and holidays).
-Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with diverse individuals and personalities.
-Initiative, sound judgment, and creativity are essential.
-Physical ability to move intermittently throughout the workday.
-Functional sight and hearing (with or without prosthetics) to perform position requirements effectively.
-Demonstrated emotional stability to handle the mental and emotional demands of the role.
-Ability to perform the essential physical and mental functions of the position.
Compensation:
-Pay Range: $15–$20 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Apply today to become part of the Cardinal Ritter Senior Services family!
Cardinal Ritter Senior Services does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. Cardinal Ritter Senior Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
