Activities Coordinator I - Full-Time

Cambridge Health Alliance; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health services is seeking an Activities Coordinator I to enrich the lives of elderly participants through engaging and therapeutic activities. This role emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and compassion, ensuring that each activity is tailored to enhance the physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being of participants. Join a dedicated team that values community independence and provides essential support to older adults. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and have the skills to facilitate meaningful experiences, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to a vital program.

Qualifications

• Experience working with frail elders in a social/medical setting.
• Activity Director Certification required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement daily activity programs for older adults.
• Lead therapeutic group activities to support wellness.
• Collaborate with Personal Care Assistants on operations.

Skills

Therapeutic Activity Development

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in Portuguese

Fluency in Haitian Creole

Education

High School Diploma

BA or BS in related field

Job description

Location:CHA Malden Care Center

Work Days:8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday

Category:Human and Social Services

Department:CHA PACE

Job Type: Full time

Work Shift: Day

Hours/Week: 40.00

Union Name: Malden Laborers 380

Department Description:

CHA PACE is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) at Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA). CHA PACE serves adults 55 years and older with chronic medical and/or mental health difficulties with the goals of achieving the highest level of community independence and preventing nursing home placement. Our high-functioning interdisciplinary team works to fully integrate and coordinate medical and behavioral health care, community resources, and in-home support services.

Job Purpose:

The Activities Coordinator I plays a vital role in creating and delivering engaging, therapeutic, and person-centered activity programming for PACE participants. Leading with enthusiasm, warmth, and creativity, this individual will facilitate group and individual activities that promote participants' physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being. The Activities Coordinator I will work in close collaboration with the Activities Director and program participants to ensure activities are inclusive, meaningful, and enriching.

Key Responsibilities:

•Design, plan, and implement daily activity programs that meet the diverse needs of older adult participants

•Lead therapeutic group activities to support participants' physical, cognitive, social, and emotional wellness

•Orient new participants to the activity program

•Assist in developing and coordinating field trips for program participants

•Collaborate with Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) on day center operations including beverage service, meal assistance, and transportation as needed

•Manage participant behavioral issues and conflicts calmly and professionally

•Maintain timely completion of monthly activity calendars and supply orders

Qualifications:

•High school diploma or equivalent required; BA or BS in related field desirable

•Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese and/or Haitian Creole highly desirable

•At least one-year experience working with frail elders in a social/medical setting

•Experience developing and running therapeutic activities

•Activity Director Certification from the National Council of Activity Professionals required within 6 months of hire

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.