Activities assistant Jobs in Orange, CA

Job Description

Work Boldly. Live Brilliantly.

At AltaMed, we don’t just serve our communities, we are part of them. We have raised the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver because we think quality care is for everyone. And, we are determined to provide it no matter the challenges because this is more than a job. It’s the calling of our lives and it compels us to keep moving forward.

Job Overview

The Activities Coordinator position will be responsible for oversight of the Day Center Activities and ensuring the Activities Team carries out the activity program. The Activities Coordinator is a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary team (IDT) and is responsible for actively participating in all care coordination activities including Assessments and Care Planning. Responsibilities include coordinating, supervising and implementing all day center activities and social programs for frail elderly and functionally impaired older adults at the Day Center in an integrated program setting. The Activities Coordinator is responsible for utilizing variety of techniques including but not limited to arts, crafts, reading, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music, and community outings. The activity program shall also provide a planned schedule of social and other purposeful independent or group activities. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of daily, monthly and special events activities, therapeutic activity program, to improve or maintain physical, cognitive, social, emotional and spiritual functioning in order to facilitate full participation in life. Activities Coordinator may use remote technology depending on the participants’ comfort level, electronic devices, and interests.

Minimum Requirements

1. High School diploma required.

2. Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in a health related field preferred.

3. Minimum of 3 years of experience working with the elderly in a social or recreational program required

4. Completion of the Activity Leader course designed specifically for this position and approved by the State of California required.

5. BLS certification required.

6. Bilingual : English / Spanish / Mandarin / Cantonese depending on location preferred.

7. Experience in providing virtual activities preferred.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance