RECREATION & LIFE SKILLS SPECIALIST

Oneida Health•Oneida, NY

3d•$22 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Oneida Health is currently looking for a part-time Program Assistant (approximately 20 hours a week) to work the day shift in supporting our Healthy Seniors Program. This position will work under the direction of the Care Coordinator on various tasks to meet tenant and program needs including some clerical work, assisting with planned activities, minimal personal care, minimal cleaning of apartments, and driving residents of the Healthy Seniors Program to and from appointments as needed using the program’s van. The ideal candidate will be efficient and able to perform tasks thoroughly.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
18 years of age or older
Experience working with individuals with different dietary needs
Experience planning/preparing/presenting to larger groups of individuals
Experience with the senior population
Valid NYS Driver’s License
CPR certification
Strong communication and organization skills
Able to work independently at times
Exhibits ability to multitask on a regular basis
Capable of staying on task
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Positive attitude
Confidentiality
Standing and walking for extended periods
Bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and stretching
Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling equipment or supplies up to 50lbs

Nice To Haves

Satisfactory coursework in areas relevant to the position including but not limited to: nutrition, culinary, recreation, psychology

Responsibilities

Assist the Program Director to plan and organize diverse program activities and events
Able to regularly lead activities independently for groups of 10-20 people including but not limited to meals, exercises, seminars, crafts, etc.
Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels
Enforce safety rules to prevent injury
Modify activities to suit the needs of seniors
Administer basic first aid if needed
Organize, set up, and clean up the equipment that is used in activities
Plan and implement programming that addresses the needs of senior citizens including but not limited to: social isolation, healthy meals/snacks, kitchen safety, exercise, computer/cell phone skills, financial literacy, and other programs geared toward the frail/elderly population
Monitor and replenish supply inventory as needed
Utilize program van to transport participants to planned outings
Recognize and report participant related medical, physical, social, and emotional concerns to Program Director
Able to research and implement ideas for programming including crafts, cooking, seminars, etc.
Able to call and obtain information from outside organizations for community events