PACE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT (TEMP/CONTRACT - 6 MONTHS)

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.