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PROGRAM ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

The Blue Ridge Respite (BRR), a program of Here to Stay Wintergreen, is a social, non-medical group respite program for those with mild to moderate dementia and/or Parkinson’s Disease. It encompasses two locations in Nelson County. The BRR is recruiting for a Program Activities Coordinator.  The following information provides an overview of the position, role expectations, and qualifications.  

Overview & Role Expectations:

• Leading activities as needed for those with dementia or Parkinson’s

• Assisting with setting the monthly calendar for daily session programming, including attending planning meetings

• Communicating with special guests (musicians, movement, speakers, artists) in setting programming schedules, including email confirmation, set up needs, and follow-up thank you notes

• Participating in outreach activities for membership and volunteer recruitment

• Assisting with training and support of volunteers 

• Assisting with data collection for evaluation purposes as needed

• Updating membership attendance and tracking volunteer hours

• Leading coordination of transportation for members as needed and maintaining driver records for reimbursement

Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable about Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease

• Experience with Excel, Word, Power Point, and AI programs

• Energetic, positive and flexible—comfortable with last minute changes requiring spontaneity and creativity

The position is 20 hours a week, including on site and remote

Salary, based on experience, of up to $25 an hour 

Please send resume to info@blueridgerespite.org or PO Box 138 Nellysford, VA 22958