PACE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT (TEMP/CONTRACT)

Pace Activities Assistant (Temp/Contract)Salary Range $30.00 - $33.65 HourlyDescriptionThe Activities Assistant supports and aids the PACE Activity Coordinator and Recreational Therapist in delivering a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program for PACE participants, assisting with coordination of therapeutic and recreational activities for individuals and groups.Essential Job Functions:Assist in coordinating and implementing day-center social programming and activities, communicating current events and PACE organizational information to participants in culturally and linguistically appropriate waysAssist in collecting participant feedback and observational data during activities and report these observations to the Recreational Therapy team for inclusion in interdisciplinary team (IDT) care planningHelp implement the daily recreation program (group and individual activities) and assist with planning periodic community outings, classes, and special eventsSupport coordination of volunteers and activity instructorsMonitor the day room environment and assist in maintaining a safe, inclusive, and social space and mitigating risk factors (e.g., falls, wandering) during activitiesDocument participant engagement, progress notes, and attendance in EpicMaintain inventory of activity supplies and assist with ordering items as directedAdhere to infection control, safety, and HIPAA compliance standardsUtilizes Epic appropriately and efficiently and serves as content and workflow expert for resolving issues and proposing solutions in Epic.Performs other job duties as required by Manager/SupervisorQualificationsMinimum Requirements:High school diploma or equivalentKnowledge of social activities and programming tailored to older adults and frail populationsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsCurrent BLS and First Aid requiredPreferred Qualifications:Associate degree or coursework in recreation, social services, or related field preferred.Minimum one year of experience working with a frail and/or older adult populationMinimum one year experience in recreational/activity programs or working with older adults, dementia, or other special needs populations preferredLanguage:Must be able to fluently speak, read and write English.Fluency in Chinese (Cantonese), Mandarin, and/or Vietnamese preferred.Fluency in other languages is an asset.Status:This is an FLSA Non-exempt position.This is not an OSHA high-risk position.NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.