IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the status-quo and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life.

With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission.

Responsibilities:

Builds within the Day Center a sense of community and a warm social atmosphere in which the participants are able to identify a support system.

Plans, prepares and leads large and small scale group activities which include but are not limited to exercises, news discussions, arts and crafts, music, cultural groups, cognitive groups, and community outings.

Plans all parties, holiday and birthday celebrations, and secures entertainment and community resources in consultation with the Site Manager.

Encourages isolated participants towards group participation through one-on-one interactions.

Assists with all general activities at the center to meet participants needs when necessary including personal care, transportation, & meal service, as assigned.

Assists in preparing, distributing and posting monthly calendar of activities.

Assists with determining equipment/supply needs and participates in budget planning and purchasing of supplies.

Conducts and documents client recreation assessments, treatment plans and quarterly re-evaluations as assigned, and attend appropriate meetings to present them to the team.

EDUCATION:

Activity Coordinators Certificate or BA in recreation, psychology, gerontology or related field plus one year experience leading recreation programs for the elderly, (or equivalent combination of education/experience.)

First Aid and CPR Certification

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:

One year of professional work or volunteer experience with frail elders with dementia and/or age related issues.

Interest and willingness to work in a multilingual, multicultural environment.

Fluency in English required; second language helpful.

Strong leadership skills preferred.

Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other related programs.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver, and reposition 35 lbs.

Ability to reach, bend and walk

Ability to stand for long periods of time

COMPENSATION:

Range: $30 – 32.50/Hourly

This amount is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education and other factor

This range does not include any additional equity, benefits, or other non-monetary compensation which may be included.

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IOA reserves the right to adjust work hours or duties when appropriate.

Institute on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Institute on Aging is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neuro-diversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.