Recreation Therapist

Job Description Morningside House of Exton is looking for someone to help create opportunities for physical and emotional wellness for our residents in Memory Care as the Assistant Memory Care Coordinator. This is a manager in training position that will include training and responsibilities in dementia, recreation, dining, direct care and leadership. At Morningside House, we are committed to creating meaningful experiences and compassionate care for our residents every day. We are seeking an energetic, creative, and resident-focused professional to join our Memory Care team in a unique dual-role opportunity. This position combines hands‑on resident engagement through activities and wellness programming with leadership development responsibilities alongside the Memory Care Director. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about dementia care enjoys building relationships with seniors, and is interested in developing into a future leadership role within Memory Care operations. This is a FT position scheduled for 40 hours Sunday through Thursday weekly. Key Responsibilities Plan, organize, and facilitate daily activities and enrichment programs tailored to residents with dementia and cognitive impairment Lead group and one‑on‑one engagement opportunities including games, music, crafts, sensory activities, exercise, social events, and themed programming Build meaningful relationships with residents and encourage participation in activities Assist with decorating, event setup, holiday programming, and special community events Work collaboratively with nursing, caregiving, dining, and life enrichment teams to support resident quality of life Maintain activity calendars, participation records, and required documentation Support the Memory Care Director with department organization, scheduling coordination, supply management, and administrative tasks Assist with onboarding, training support, and departmental initiatives as assigned Observe and report resident behavior changes, engagement levels, and concerns to the appropriate leadership team Help maintain a safe, positive, and welcoming environment for residents, families, and staff Serve as a positive leader and role model within the Memory Care department Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities related to dementia care and leadership growth Benefits of This Role Competitive starting rate Medical, dental and vision insurance. Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance. Employer paid hospital insurance. Optional supplemental insurance coverage. Tuition reimbursement. Holiday pay. Paid time off. 401K match - company will match 50% of the first 4%. 100% vested after 6 years. Daily Pay. Referral bonus – Earn $375 per referral! Employee exclusive discount program by LifeMart. Professional growth and development opportunities. Employee appreciation events. Requirements A High School Diploma or GED; additional healthcare or recreation certifications are a plus Experience in activities, recreation, senior living, dementia care, healthcare, or a related field preferred. Compassionate and patient demeanor with a passion for working with seniors. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Creative mindset with the ability to engage residents at varying cognitive levels. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment Interest in leadership development and future growth within Memory Care operations preferred. Morningside Elite Management 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Morningside House of Exton