Geriatric Activity & Wellness Specialist

Western New York Integrated Care Collaborative, Inc.; Town of Amherst (NY); Hybride; USD 19 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Fallon Health offers a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) to serve dual-eligible residents in the greater Buffalo area, Erie and Niagara counties. The FHW (PACE) Activity Assistant participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team, assessing participants and creating individualized recreational care plans aligned with active ageing principles.

The role involves planning, organizing, and participating in a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program tailored to each

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• 1+ year experience in an activities program in a health care setting for elderly/frail population within last 5 years.
• CPR and Alzheimer's certifications preferred or willingness to be certified.

Responsabilités

• Assess participants' needs, interests, and capabilities and develop individualized therapeutic recreational care plans.
• Plan, organize, direct, and participate in a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program tailored to participants' needs and active ageing mindset.
• Contribute to policies and programs promoting mental health and social connections as well as physical health.

Formation

High school Graduate or GED

Description du poste

Fallon Health offers a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) to serve dual-eligible residents in the greater Buffalo area, Erie and Niagara counties. The FHW (PACE) Activity Assistant participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team, assessing participants and creating individualized recreational care plans aligned with active ageing principles.

The role involves planning, organizing, and participating in a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program tailored to each