ADS Program Coordinator
About The Position
For more than 50 years, Active Generations has been a trusted leader in supporting adults through wellness programs, essential services, and meaningful community connections. With a growing team across multiple locations, we continue to evolve and expand our impact while staying grounded in our mission. Our work centers on creating environments where people can thrive—physically, socially, and emotionally. Through wellness and nutrition programs, caregiving services, and opportunities for connection, our team works together to promote active lifestyles and overall well-being. We’re guided by teamwork, compassion, and adaptability, and we’re looking for individuals who want their work to have genuine purpose and lasting impact.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience in activity planning, recreational programming, or program coordination.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including completing accurate participant documentation.
- Ability to observe participant behaviors and respond with patience, empathy, and sound judgment.
- Basic understanding of aging, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia-related conditions, including the ability to use person-centered engagement techniques and adapt activities to meet varying physical and cognitive abilities.
- Shows initiative, adaptability, and flexibility in a dynamic, team-based care environment.
Nice To Haves
- Additional education in health, human services or related field is preferred
- Experience working with older adults, including individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, is preferred.
- Strong organizational and relationship-building skills with the ability to plan and facilitate engaging group and individual activities.
Responsibilities
- Support daily program operations by helping ensure participant and program needs are met during scheduled shifts.
- Serve as a point of contact for staff on shift to assist with questions, participant needs, and activity coordination.
- Communicate participant updates or concerns to appropriate team members, including ADS leadership, families, and caregivers as directed.
- Develop and maintain monthly activity calendars aligned with participant interests, needs, and abilities.
- Lead group and individual activities and support ADS Specialists in facilitating engaging programming.
- Provide coaching and guidance to staff during activities to help encourage participant engagement and adapt programming when needed.
- Assist participants with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including but not limited to toileting, showers, grooming, mobility, and other personal care needs.
- Observe and document participant preferences, behaviors, and changes to help inform care planning and program adjustments.
- Complete required documentation, including daily notes, monthly charting, and incident reports, in a timely and accurate manner.
- Assist ADS leadership with onboarding and training support for new ADS Specialists.
- Promote a positive, respectful, and team-oriented environment that reflects Active Generations’ values and commitment to service excellence.
- Collaborate with ADS leadership and other departments to support participant well-being and program success.
- Assume responsibility for program flow during assigned shifts in the absence of ADS leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
