Activities Coordinator

Jewish Family & Children's Services•San Francisco, CA

1d•$25 - $27

About The Position

Assist the Director of Life Enrichment in administrative tasks as well as planning, organizing, and facilitating daily activities, special events and outings for residents Set up and prepare activity areas, ensuring all necessary materials and equipment are available Engage residents in a variety of activities, including games, arts and crafts, exercise programs, and outings. Encourage participation and support residents in their engagement with activities, adapting as needed to meet individual preferences and abilities. Maintain a positive and friendly demeanor, fostering a welcoming environment for all residents. Provide exceptional hospitality and professionalism in all interactions Participate and lead social events, outings, and other destinations according to a scheduled itinerary. Assist with transportation and mobility needs of residents during activities. Assist residents with entering and exiting vehicles safely and respectfully Ensure the safety and well-being of residents during all activities, reporting any concerns and changes in resident behavior to the Director of Life Enrichment All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must undergo a Physical exam and Tuberculosis Screening, resulting in a negative TB diagnosis prior to employment
Must obtain clearance or exemption approval from the Department of Social Services following FBI and DOJ livescan background check prior to employment
Must read, understand and sign the Report of Suspected Physical Abuse of a Dependent Elder (SOC341A)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred
Customer service experience and experience with seniors desired
Dementia care experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Life Enrichment in administrative tasks as well as planning, organizing, and facilitating daily activities, special events and outings for residents
Set up and prepare activity areas, ensuring all necessary materials and equipment are available
Engage residents in a variety of activities, including games, arts and crafts, exercise programs, and outings.
Encourage participation and support residents in their engagement with activities, adapting as needed to meet individual preferences and abilities.
Maintain a positive and friendly demeanor, fostering a welcoming environment for all residents.
Provide exceptional hospitality and professionalism in all interactions
Participate and lead social events, outings, and other destinations according to a scheduled itinerary.
Assist with transportation and mobility needs of residents during activities.
Assist residents with entering and exiting vehicles safely and respectfully
Ensure the safety and well-being of residents during all activities, reporting any concerns and changes in resident behavior to the Director of Life Enrichment