Geriatric Recreation Coordinator – PACE Center

UnityPoint Health; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

401K matching

Health insurance

Daily pay / Early wage access

Job summary

UnityPoint Health’s PACE program seeks a Recreation Coordinator to assess participants and develop individualized therapeutic recreation plans, coordinating group and one-on-one activities at the PACE Center with Recreation Assistants.

Under supervision of the Program Manager, you will support ADLs, plan dementia-friendly activities, arrange community outings, maintain daily activity calendars, and ensure safety and documentation to deliver engaging, person-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with geriatrics training including dementia.
• Successful CNA program completion.
• Experience or training in therapeutic recreation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement group and individual recreation programs to meet participants' cognitive, physical, social, and emotional needs.
• Assess needs, interests and abilities to develop individualized recreation plans.
• Collaborate with Recreation Assistants and the IDT to deliver activities at the PACE Center.
• Assist with ADL support and supervise participants during activities and outings.
• Document plans, progress and any changes in participant status per policy.

Education

High school diploma with geriatrics training (including dementia)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program completed

Job description

UnityPoint Health’s PACE program seeks a Recreation Coordinator to assess participants and develop individualized therapeutic recreation plans, coordinating group and one-on-one activities at the PACE Center with Recreation Assistants.

Under supervision of the Program Manager, you will support ADLs, plan dementia-friendly activities, arrange community outings, maintain daily activity calendars, and ensure safety and documentation to deliver engaging, person-centered care.