Geriatric Caregiver

Job Summary

Basic Function:

The Adult Day Services Activity Coordinator plans, implements and evaluates the daily program activities according to the mission and goals of FiftyForward, Adult Day Services standards, the needs of the individual participants and within licensure and funder expectations.

Job Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities:

1. Plans, implements and evaluates activities in the daily program in order to fulfill the requirements of individual treatment plans which include crafts, recreation/social activities, health/physical exercise.

2. Maintains activity calendar and has activities ready to implement (supplies purchased, lessons planned or kits prepared) for a minimum of two weeks in advance.

3. Collaborates with organizations, agencies and other community groups to meet the needs of participants and for participants to address community needs.

4. Drives ADS vehicles including a 15-passenger bus and 11 passenger van providing daily transportation for participants to and from the program and for program activities. Assists program participants on and off vehicle. Makes no stops prior to arriving at Center, without prior approval.

5. Provides task supervision for student interns, aides, and volunteers in activities with ADS participants.

6. Manages activity supplies budget, including ordering and purchasing craft supplies.

7. Assists with movement and supervision of participants in various activities within and outside of the building.

8. Serves in the absence of the Program Director, as needed, to collect fees, supervise staff and assure efficient program operations.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Core Work Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy, Social Work, or a related field. Extensive experience with older adults in a similar role may be considered.

Experience: 1 to 3 years’ experience working with frail older adults and caregivers.

Special Skills: Knowledge of and interest in crafts, recreational, social and educational activities suitable for older adults. Must maintain good driving record. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Certifications and Licenses: Driver’s License with F endorsement

Physical Aspects:  Ability to work in a smoke free environment and shared space. Able to bend, stoop, push, pull, stand for long periods, lift and carry up to 25 pounds and ascend/descend stairs.

Equipment Requirements: Proficient in utilizing a computer, printer, copier, facsimile, and telephone equipment. Drive van and/or bus and utilize lift equipment.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week between regular program hours of 7AM to 5:30PM, shift times may vary, with the ability to work some early mornings and late evenings.

Additional Information

Benefits

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
  • $705 goes toward Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance – Employer Paid
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) – Employer Paid
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Short-Term Disability
• $25 – Tech Stipend
• Vacation Time
  • 96 Hours – Lump sum – prorated, based off start date
• Sick Time
  • 96 Hours – Accrued at 8 hours/month
• Holidays
  • 9 Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
  • Your Birthday
  • Christmas Week off
• Annual/Merit Increase – based off budget approval

How to Apply

To Apply:  Visit  submit your application. Please include a resume with your application.

Details

• Date Posted: August 3, 2026
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Other
• Service Area: Community Development
• Salary Range: $41,600.00 - $45,760.00
• Working Hours: 40 hrs/wk; M-F, 8:00am - 5:00pm