About this role
The Activities Assistant supports and aids the PACE Activity Coordinator and Recreational Therapist in delivering a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program for PACE participants, assisting with coordination of therapeutic and recreational activities for individuals and groups.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist in coordinating and implementing day‑center social programming and activities, communicating current events and PACE organizational information to participants in culturally and linguistically appropriate ways
- Assist in collecting participant feedback and observational data during activities and report these observations to the Recreational Therapy team for inclusion in interdisciplinary team (IDT) care planning
- Help implement the daily recreation program (group and individual activities) and assist with planning periodic community outings, classes, and special events
- Support coordination of volunteers and activity instructors
- Monitor the day room environment and assist in maintaining a safe, inclusive, and social space and mitigating risk factors (e.g., falls, wandering) during activities
- Document participant engagement, progress notes, and attendance in Epic
- Maintain inventory of activity supplies and assist with ordering items as directed
- Adhere to infection control, safety, and HIPAA compliance standards
- Utilizes Epic appropriately and efficiently and serves as content and workflow expert for resolving issues and proposing solutions in Epic.
- Performs other job duties as required by Manager/Supervisor
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of social activities and programming tailored to older adults and frail populations
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Current BLS and First Aid required
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or coursework in recreation, social services, or related field preferred.
- Minimum one year of experience working with a frail and/or older adult population
- Minimum one year experience in recreational/activity programs or working with older adults, dementia, or other special needs populations preferred
LANGUAGE:
- Must be able to fluently speak, read and write English.
- Fluency in Chinese (Cantonese), Mandarin, and/or Vietnamese preferred.
- Fluency in other languages is an asset.
STATUS:
- This is an FLSA Non-exempt position.
- This is not an OSHA high-risk position.