About the Role
Develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates programs to foster the social, emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual development of adults aged 60+ at the Aquatic Park Center. Plans and manages outreach programs for the local community, including individuals with behavioral health needs, and collects data to meet funder criteria. Programs are designed to reflect participant interests and needs. Serves as a member of an inter-disciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Develops, coordinates, and implements programs with senior center participants and staff input that encourage social, emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual development.
- Develops and includes educational, intellectual, cognitive, lifelong learning, cultural, fitness, health and wellness, and development programs for seniors.
- Manages and ensures procedures and processes are followed to protect the safety and welfare of all users of the Aquatic Park Center.
- Provides backup support to the Program Supervisor when offsite.
- Works with special needs populations, including those aging with substance abuse and behavioral health disorders, modeling professional interactions.
- Surveys senior center participants to determine needs, interests, and abilities.
- Gathers information from participants on talents they can contribute to the senior center community.
- Promotes and encourages continued volunteerism within the senior center community.
- Creates monthly and/or quarterly calendars and newsletters.
- Decorates the community to recognize holidays and diverse groups.
- Organizes and promotes activities through invitations, flyers, and the internet.
- Provides updates about resources and information to participants and their family members.
- Sets up physical arrangements for groups and requests supplies and equipment.
- Follows systems of accountability to ensure cleanliness and order.
- Coordinates the set up and breakdown of all programs and is physically present and engaged during programs.
- Maintains inventory of material, supplies, and equipment within the approved budget.
- Utilizes community resources to assist in conducting activities.
- Plans activities with participants and volunteers and collaborates on resource and service delivery.
- Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures.
- Assesses and monitors opportunities for improvement and reviews with the Program Supervisor.
- Prepares reports and correspondence.
- Provides monthly status reports.
- Makes recommendations regarding current trends and projections.
- Provides translation and direct communication support in Mandarin and Cantonese.
- Performs other work as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Recreation, Recreation Therapy or a related field required.
- Minimum of two (2) years recent experience in a social or recreational program preferred.
- Experience in serving those with behavioral health and substance abuse issues preferred.
- Experience in aging or related services preferred.
- Passion to serve underserved and challenged populations.
- Passion to manage multitasks in an ever-changing setting.
- Bilingual in Cantonese, Mandarin, Russian and/or Spanish preferred.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Tact and courtesy
- Patience and understanding
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Skills essential to the position
Location
- Aquatic Park Center
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2+ years preferred
Education Level
- Associate's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $30.41 - $35.73/hr
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical, dental & vision for employees working over 30 hrs/week
- 18 days PTO + 8 holidays
- 403(b) with employer contribution
- Tuition assistance
- Referral bonuses
- Employee discounts
- Growth opportunities
About the Company
- Founded in 1958, Sequoia Living is a Bay Area-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing older adults with stimulating, joyful living environments and services that support and enrich their lives.
- Sequoia Living provides a Life Plan Community, safe affordable housing, engaging senior centers, and a purpose-filled volunteer program.
- Sequoia Living fosters friendly environments where people can explore and discover what it means to grow stronger, wiser, and more joyful.
Equal Opportunity
- Sequoia Living is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
- Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
- In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Sequoia Living will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we may consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
