Activity Specialist - Memory Care

You belong here! At Family Health West, you’re more than an employee, you’re family. 

When you enter our facility, you know it’s Family Health West because, well, the color speaks for itself.

You’ll be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs helping to empower and inspire our patients while providing the tools and care they need to achieve their wellness goals. 

When we say you’ll do what you love, we mean it! Welcomed by open arms and warm smiles, you’ll join a team that encourages professional growth.

We are sure to put on our listening ears when you share new ideas and approaches to care because that’s what got us to the top! You’ll wear your badge proudly, knowing that you contribute each day, to providing care that is unmatched, in western Colorado.

So, what are you waiting for?! Fill out the application now, and when you hit send do a little happy dance knowing that you just made our day.

If it still sounds too good to be true, come see for yourself.

Call us to schedule a tour and meet your new best friends!

About Family Health West

Our roots go deep -- founded by the community in 1946, it’s no wonder our hospital feels like coming home.

We were built from the ground up with the hands of our own community, a labor of dedication and hope by our people, for our people, for the future. 

At Family Health West we go beyond what corporate hospitals deliver, we’ve created a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes.

As we focus on continually improving outcomes for patients, our network of healthcare providers includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities.

Nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, Family Health West has an outdoor paradise at your back door.

The community culture is fitting for outdoor lovers, bikers, hikers, or those just simply soaking in the panoramic views.

Job Essential Functions

1.

Understand and observe Memory Care philosophies, policies, and procedures.

2.

Along with the Care Plan Coordinator: conduct resident assessments upon admission to determine an appropriate Activity Plan based on individual needs, interests, backgrounds, and abilities.

And identify areas to promote a sense of purpose.

3.

Design and administer supportive individual and group activities.

4.

Setup room/furnishings as needed for individual and group activities.

5.

May be required to enter observation records of activity participation.

6.

Plan monthly activity calendar and submit information to Administration or Director of Daily Operations for approval prior to distribution.

7.

Monitor activity supplies, resources, and equipment in order to maintain an adequate supply and variety.

8.

Coordinate activity program with othe...