Activity and Day Center Coordinator, FL PACE Centers

FLORIDA PACE CENTERS, INC.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus parking

Onsite fitness center

403(b) retirement plan

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

Miami Jewish Health in Miami, FL, seeks an Activity and Day Center Coordinator for Florida PACE Centers. You will plan and coordinate center-based activities, support therapeutic recreation, and ensure quality daily programs for participants.

Under supervision of Pace Site Administrator, you will assess participants, develop programs, supervise CNAs and volunteers, and contribute to care planning with measurable goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation preferred; experience can be substituted for degree as indicated below.
• 1-2 years’ experience in recreational therapy with elderly population or Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation and 1 year experience with elderly population.
• Certified Activities Director preferred
• Certified Therapeutic Recreational Therapist preferred
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial assessment and reassessment of participants.
• Develops specific therapeutic programs to include recreational and social activities.
• Maintains participant records with progress notes and dates.
• Keeps the day center running smoothly and on schedule.
• Plans and provides both group and individual programming.
• Participates in interdisciplinary meetings and care planning.
• Supervises day care staff, CNAs, and volunteers.
• Schedules staff, toileting routines, and participant tracking.
• Maintains inventory and order sheets for supplies.
• Facilitates participant council and program improvements.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Certified Activities Director preferred

Certified Therapeutic Recreational Therapist preferred

Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

Job description

• Location 14591 SW 120th St,Ste 100-200,Miami, FL, 33186,United States
• Employee Type Full-Time

Contact information

• Name Miami Jewish Health Talent Acquisition
• Phone [phone]

Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for
aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for
the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan,
healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical
needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and
Broward counties.

Our careers are challenging, meaningful and rewarding. Join us now to do purposeful
work in supporting our community’s seniors and their families.

The following Job Description will also apply at Broward Pace Program sites.

Job Title: Activity and Day Center Coordinator (Florida PACE Centers)

Job Summary
Under the supervision of Pace Site Administrator, has full responsibility for all daycare
and activities throughout the adult day center; The Activity & Day Center Coordinator
manages the daily planning and coordination of center-based activities to include conflict
resolution, participant/caregiver care issues, certified nursing assistance and therapeutic
program.

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts initial assessment and scheduled reassessment of participants
• Develops specific therapeutic programs to include recreational and social activities
• Records, signs, and dates progress reports in participant records
• Maintains the daily operation of the day center
• Plans and provides both group and individual programming
• Participates in interdisciplinary meetings and developing individualized and measurable care plans
• Supervises with participant care needs such as toileting and feeding
• Supervises day care certified nursing assistants, volunteers, and additional daycare staff
• Responsible for scheduling staff, toileting schedule and participant tracking record
• Keeps inventory and order sheets for recreation and day center supplies
• Plans and administers participant council
• Completes other assignments as needed

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation preferred; experience can be substituted for degree as indicated below.

Experience:

• 1-2 years’ experience in recreational therapy with elderly population or Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation and 1 year experience with elderly population.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified Activities Director preferred
• Certified Therapeutic Recreational Therapist preferred
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

Abilities Required

• Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Friendly, outgoing, positive personality
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of the work group, and participants
• Sensitivity to the needs of an aging population
• Computer knowledge
• Knowledge of documentation desirable

Functional Demands

Environment Work Conditions:

• Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation

Infectious Material Exposure:

• Occasional exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues

Organizational Expectations

• Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills
• Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
• Able to speak, read and write English
• Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
• Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
• Maintains a safe working environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you’ve ever worked
before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part-time positions, free on-campus
parking, an onsite fitness center and more.

Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.