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About the Role
Assists in planning, organizing, and implementing programs and activities to encourage the social, emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual development of residents, in accordance with community policies and regulations. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy partnering with people and making a difference daily.
Responsibilities
- Leads simple group activities to meet resident needs, interests, and abilities.
- Assists in preparing and maintaining activity materials and supplies.
- Prepares and posts a monthly calendar of activities.
- Communicates with residents and family members regarding activities.
- Assists with resident assessments and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Assists with set up and breakdown of activity-related equipment.
- Decorates assigned areas for holidays and diverse groups.
- Provides personalized reminders to residents in higher care levels.
- Assists in creating and distributing marketing activities.
- Assists in scheduling and confirming locations and transportation for outings.
- Contacts and coordinates with outside vendors or groups.
- Assists in contacting, coordinating, and providing instruction to volunteers and vendors.
- Coordinates with CNAs and other staff as necessary.
- Recognizes and reports concerns regarding residents' physical, mental, and/or emotional status.
- Performs other work as assigned.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Associate Arts degree in Recreation or related field preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year recent experience in social or recreational program.
- Completion of or ability to complete ARF Activities Leadership Training course approved by the state of California within one (1) year.
- All other requirements under Federal and State laws for the position.
- Experience in aging or related services preferred.
- Knowledge, understanding and sensitivity to issues related to an aging population.
- Basic knowledge of bereavement, grief and loss management theory and practice.
- Basic knowledge of exercise and other equipment used in activities.
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate ideas and instructions respectfully to residents and staff.
- Discretion and sound judgment skills to determine resident participation ability.
- Good English written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-starters with organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to plan and complete work assignments with minimal supervision and within established deadlines.
- Ability to be creative, multi-task, plan, organize, and instruct others.
- Ability to chart goals, approach, and progress of residents.
- Ability to act with caring, patience, tact, and courtesy.
- Ability to learn and utilize technical and software skills as necessary.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Physical skills and ability to perform work that requires continual standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Experience leading group activities with older adults, including balance classes, yoga, stretching, dance and other wellness programs.
- Musical proficiency in instruments such as piano, guitar, flute or similar.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Tact and courtesy
- Patience and understanding
- Adaptability to fast-paced environments
- Ability to work under pressure
- Organizational skills
- Analytical skills
- Creativity
- Multi-tasking
- Instructional skills
- Technical and software skills
- Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Location
- Bay Area
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of one (1) year recent experience in social or recreational program
Education Level
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Associate Arts degree in Recreation or related field preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $23.78-$27.94/hr
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical, dental & vision
- 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.
- Throughout our six decades as a nonprofit serving Bay Area seniors, we’ve learned the importance of connection and collaboration when it comes to providing resources for healthy aging.
- From our continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) to safe affordable housing, engaging senior centers, and a purpose-filled volunteer program, we provide 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 and Affirmative Action 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.
- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we may consider employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.