Activities Assistant

Institute on Aging•San Francisco, CA

11d•$24 - $25

About The Position

IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the “status-quo” and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life. With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission. Reporting to the Sr. Center Manager, the Activities Assistant is responsible for supporting and facilitating recreational programming for participants in the Adult Day Health Center. This role partners closely Activity Coordinators to implement engaging, person-centered activities and contributes to the development of the monthly activity calendar. The idea candidate demonstrates reliability, initiative, and a commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive and enriching environment for all participants.

Requirements

One year experience leading activities programs for the elderly (or equivalent combination of education/experience.)
High School Diploma
Current First Aid and CPR Certification, or willingness to become trained and certified within six months of hire.
One year of professional work experience or volunteer experience with frail elders with dementia and/or age related issues.
Interest and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to conscientiously follow directions.
Interest and willingness to work in a multilingual, multicultural environment.
Stability, maturity, imagination, and flexibility in work.
Fluency in English required; Bilingual in Cantonese, Spanish, or Russian highly preferred
Ability to problem-solve and practice conflict resolution skills.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other related programs.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver, and reposition 35 lbs.
Ability to reach, bend and walk
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Five finger manipulation
Ability to comprehend complex written material and verbal instructions
Ability to communicate and speak clearly in English, Cantonese, or Spanish

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Builds within the Adult Day Health Center a sense of community and a warm social atmosphere in which the participants are able to identify a support system.
Assists with planning, preparing and leading large and small scale group activities which include but are not limited to exercises, news discussions, arts and crafts, music, cultural groups, cognitive groups, and community outings.
Assists with planning parties, holiday and birthday celebrations.
Encourages isolated participants towards group participation through one-on-one interactions.
Assists with all general activities at the center to meet participants’ needs when necessary including personal care, transportation, & meal service, as assigned.
Assists in preparing, distributing and posting monthly calendar of activities.
Conducts and documents quarterly participant assessments in EHR.
Conducts other record keeping and administrative assignments required of the job.
Encourages and participates in actions that promote good public relations with clients, their families and friends, visitors, and the community.
Promotes customer service as a primary goal, through direct actions and, by example, to other staff
All other reasonably related duties as assigned.