Art and Program Coordinator

IONA Senior Services•Washington, DC

5d•$57,000 - $61,000•Onsite

About The Position

Iona Senior Services is seeking a creative and compassionate Arts and Program Coordinator for its Washington Home Center Adult Day Health Program in Congress Heights. The Coordinator plans and leads meaningful arts and recreational activities for older adults, including people living with dementia and participants with varying physical and cognitive abilities. Reporting to the Assistant Director, the Coordinator works with nursing, social work, and program staff to create experiences that promote self-expression, independence, and social connection. The role is primarily on-site, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and is non-exempt. It includes community outings, occasional off-site events, and after-hours coverage as needed. Physical duties include standing, walking, lifting program supplies up to 20 pounds, and assisting participants with mobility and transfers using appropriate equipment and staff support. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

At least three years of experience working with older adults, including individuals living with dementia and varying physical and cognitive abilities.
At least two years of experience planning and facilitating creative arts or activity programs for older adults; this experience may be included within the three years required.
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel; Canva; and electronic documentation systems.
Creativity, patience, flexibility, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or completion within 30 days of hire.
Food safety certification required within six months if not held at hire.
Completion of Iona dementia care training within 90 days.
Satisfactory completion of required background and health screenings and any additional applicable program requirements.
Ability to perform duties involving standing, walking, lifting program supplies up to 20 pounds, and assisting participants with mobility and transfers using appropriate equipment and staff support; essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, art, art therapy, gerontology, or a related field preferred.
Food safety certification preferred at hire.

Responsibilities

Develop monthly activity calendars, newsletters, and quarterly program plans based on participants’ interests, abilities, and care plan goals.
Lead individual and group activities, including visual arts, storytelling, poetry, and other creative programs.
Coordinate field trips, entertainers, community partnerships, and participant art exhibitions, including programming with The Phillips Collection.
Maintain an organized, accessible art studio and manage supplies within the approved budget.
Complete participant progress notes, maintain activity records, and contribute to interdisciplinary care planning.
Assist participants with personal care, meals, mobility, transfers, and transportation escorts, consistent with training and established procedures.
Help maintain a safe, welcoming environment that respects each participant’s dignity and autonomy.