Activity and Day Center Coordinator, FL PACE Centers

Miami Jewish Health; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Jewish Health is seeking an Activities Coordinator to oversee daycare and activity programs at our adult day center. Under supervision of the Pace Site Administrator, you will plan, coordinate, and evaluate therapeutic activities tailored to seniors with complex medical needs.

The role requires clinical oversight, conflict resolution, and collaboration with nursing staff to ensure high-quality care, safety, and meaningful engagement for participants and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation preferred or experience substituted for degree
• 3-5 years’ experience in recreational therapy with elderly population in supervisory role
• Certified Activities Director or Therapeutic Recreation certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial assessment and reassessment of participants
• Develops therapeutic programs including recreational and social activities
• Records, signs, and dates progress reports in participant records
• Maintains daily operation of the day center
• Plans and provides group and individual programming
• Participates in interdisciplinary meetings and develops individualized care plans
• Supervises participant care needs such as toileting and feeding
• Supervises day care staff and volunteers
• Schedules staff, toileting schedule and participant tracking

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Brief Description

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.

Job Title

Activities Coordinator

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

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

Experience

• 3-5 years’ experience in recreational therapy with elderly population in a supervisory role or Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation and 1 year experience with elderly

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

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.