Korean Program Coordinator

Korean Program Coordinator

Salary : $70,000 to $80,000 Per Year

Benefits We Offer

Same Day Pay – get paid every day

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

$401(\text{k})$ Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Overtime Opportunities

Career Support and Advancement

Role Summary

HudsonView Korean Nursing Home is seeking a dedicated and energetic Korean Program Coordinator to manage and enhance the daily operations and cultural programming for our Korean residents. This is a pivotal role that ensures the facility remains a "comfortable environment like home" by organizing activities, supporting staff, and acting as a cultural liaison for residents and their families in our North Bergen, NJ location. A critical function of this role is promoting the Korean Program to the local community.

Responsibilities

Program Management & Cultural Coordination

Program Development & Implementation : Design, coordinate, and lead daily, weekly, and special events, including : Traditional Korean Crafts, Social games, Exercise activities, Outings, and Special Events.

Cultural Liaison : Act as the primary cultural resource, ensuring all programs, services, and facility operations are sensitive to and aligned with Korean customs and preferences.

Communication & Translation : Facilitate effective communication between Korean residents / families and facility management / clinical staff, utilizing the available 24 / 7 translator resources when necessary.

Resident & Family Engagement : Work closely with residents and their families to gauge interests, solicit feedback, and tailor programming to maximize participation and satisfaction.

Documentation : Maintain records of program attendance, resident participation, and activity effectiveness for reporting and compliance.

Staff Support : Collaborate with the clinical and nursing staff, providing cultural context and support to ensure a warm, comfortable, and professional environment.

Community Marketing & Outreach

Community Engagement : Actively market the Korean Program to the wider Korean-American community in North Bergen, Hudson County, and surrounding areas.

Partnership Development : Build and maintain relationships with local Korean community centers, churches, cultural organizations, and related businesses.

Event Promotion : Represent HudsonView at community events, health fairs, and cultural festivals to promote the specialized services.

Collateral Input : Provide cultural and linguistic expertise to the Marketing / Admissions team to ensure promotional materials (brochures, digital content) are accurate, compelling, and culturally appropriate.

Qualifications

Required

Experience : Minimum 2 years of experience in activity planning, program coordination, or management, preferably in a healthcare or senior living setting.

Cultural Fluency : Fluency in Korean (speaking, reading, and writing) and a deep understanding of Korean culture, customs, and traditional activities is required .

Communication Skills : Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in both English and Korean.

Organizational Skills : Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and execute detailed plans.

Compassion : Genuine compassion for the elderly and a commitment to maintaining their dignity and quality of life.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Gerontology, Social Work, or a related field.

Experience with long-term care or subacute rehabilitation environments.

Certification as an Activity Professional (e.g., NCCAP).

Why Join HudsonView?

We offer a unique opportunity to lead a specialized cultural program and make a meaningful impact on the lives of Korean seniors in North Bergen, NJ .

Mission-Driven : Be a central part of a facility dedicated to providing culturally sensitive, home-like care.

Development : Opportunities to collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership to shape the future of the Korean Program.

Environment : A supportive, professional team environment focused on excellence and cultural competency.