Activities Coordinator I - Full-Time Job at Cambridge Health Alliance, Malden, MA

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  • Cambridge Health Alliance
  • Malden, MA

Job Description

Location:  CHA Malden Care Center 

Work Days: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday

Category:  Human and Social Services

Department:  CHA PACE  

Job Type: Full time

Work Shift: Day 

Hours/Week: 40.00 

Union Name: Malden Laborers 380

Department Description: 

CHA PACE is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) at Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA). CHA PACE serves adults 55 years and older with chronic medical and/or mental health difficulties with the goals of achieving the highest level of community independence and preventing nursing home placement. Our high-functioning interdisciplinary team works to fully integrate and coordinate medical and behavioral health care, community resources, and in-home support services.

Job Purpose: 

The Activities Coordinator I plays a vital role in creating and delivering engaging, therapeutic, and person-centered activity programming for PACE participants. Leading with enthusiasm, warmth, and creativity, this individual will facilitate group and individual activities that promote participants' physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being. The Activities Coordinator I will work in close collaboration with the Activities Director and program participants to ensure activities are inclusive, meaningful, and enriching. 

Key Responsibilities:

•  Design, plan, and implement daily activity programs that meet the diverse needs of older adult participants 

•  Lead therapeutic group activities to support participants' physical, cognitive, social, and emotional wellness

•  Orient new participants to the activity program

•  Assist in developing and coordinating field trips for program participants

•  Collaborate with Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) on day center operations including beverage service, meal assistance, and transportation as needed

•  Manage participant behavioral issues and conflicts calmly and professionally

•  Maintain timely completion of monthly activity calendars and supply orders

Qualifications:

•  High school diploma or equivalent required; BA or BS in related field desirable

•  Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese and/or Haitian Creole highly desirable

•  At least one-year experience working with frail elders in a social/medical setting

•  Experience developing and running therapeutic activities

•  Activity Director Certification from the National Council of Activity Professionals required within 6 months of hire 

 
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

 

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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