Activities Coordinator

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for the recreational programming at an Adult Day Service Program and ensures the delivery of high-quality programming to enhance the quality of life for both caregivers and participants.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Creates and contributes to the friendly, warm, and safe environment of the program.2. Develops the monthly activity calendar; creates stimulating program activities to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of the program participants.3. Creates a monthly newsletter for program participants and families.4. Supervises program aides, volunteers, and students.5. Observes, supervises, and documents the level of participation of clients.6. Participates in the development of participant care plans and records episodic events and significant changes.7. Assists the Director in responding to inquiries about the program.8. Makes referrals to internal and external services as appropriate.9. Assists in the admissions process of new clients in the absence of the program director10. Supervises and when necessary, assists in the delivery of activities of daily living, such as feeding, toileting, transferring and grooming.Participates in family care conferences as needed.Assists in outreach and marketing activities for the Adult Day Program.Enters participant information data on the computer.Attends and participates in in-service education, orientation training and meetings as directed.Has or is willing to obtain a NYC Food Protection certificate.Orders and maintains all equipment and supplies.In the absence of the Director, oversees the operation of the program.Performs all other duties as assigned.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:May encounter prolonged standing, walking, lifting supplies, stooping, and bending.WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT:Office setting may include occasional home visits or out of office meetings.QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field. CTRS preferred but not required.• Experience working with the elderly.• Knowledge of Alzheimer's disease and dementia.• Experience working in an adult day services program or mental health institution setting.• Bilingual Spanish preferredEXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE:• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance• 403B pension plan with employer contribution• Flexible spending account and transit checks• Employee Assistance Program• 20 days of paid vacation and 12 paid sick days per year• 10 paid holidays, six personal/floating days, life insurance, and long-term disabilityEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Created: 2025-02-21