PACE Activities Coordinator

The PACE Activities Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and planning of the therapeutic and recreational activities for participants in the FHCN PACE center. The PACE Activities Coordinator will also plan and develop individual and group recreation activities, including measurable goals for improvement. Primary Accountability The PACE Activities Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and planning of the therapeutic and recreational activities for participants in the FHCN PACE center. The PACE Activities Coordinator will also plan and develop individual and group recreation activities, including measurable goals for improvement. Description of Primary Responsibilities 1. Coordination of day center social programming and activity, including communicating current events and FHCN PACE organizational issues to participants in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner. 2. Work closely with the Center Manager to oversee activity in the day activity room, including unsafe conditions for participants or staff. 3. Conduct initial and periodic assessments, at a minimum of every 6 months, for all participants. Assessments must be completed prior to scheduled team meetings. 4. Establishes realistic and measurable goals and sets up individualized recreation therapeutic programs as part of the plan of care to include recreational and social activities. 5. Communicate participant changes to team members. 6. Provide participant and family education in coordination of 24-hour care delivery. 7. Record, sign, and date “Progress Reports” in the participant’s medical record. 8. Develop, implement, and supervise the Activity Program- to include both group and individual activities; ability to supervise recreation aides and volunteers. 9. Ensure that the therapy being provided conforms to accepted industry practice standards and organizational/department standards. 10. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of age-related characteristics, symptoms, and needs of participants served; explain activities and programming in an appropriate way; work with other therapists and primary care staff to enhance the day center experience of participants. 11. Serve as a resource to staff and coordinate volunteer activities at the Center. 12. Build relationships and coordinate with various community resources; coordinate performances by community organizations, including Holiday celebrations. 13. Coordinate recreational and therapeutic outings into the community where possible. 14. Build within the Center a sense of community and a warm, social atmosphere in which participants are able to identify a support system. 15. Participate in QI activities as appropriate; lead participant discussions on FHCN PACE programming improvement. 16. Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team: attend staff meetings and take part in participant care planning. 17. Responsible for adhering to the Attendance and Absenteeism Policy, recognizing that regular attendance is considered an essential function of all FHCN positions. Absenteeism is not being at work or failing to attend a paid workshop, training, or event unless the absence is protected by law. 18. Ability to present to and work at any FHCN location, both at the beginning of a shift or during a shift, based on business need. 19. Other projects and duties as assigned. Description of Primary Attributes Professional & Technical Knowledge: Effective June 1, 2026, all individuals hired into the role must: 1. Possesses proficiency in written and verbal communication, basic mathematics, computer applications, and technical systems frequently acquired through one of the following: 1. Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree program in Recreational Therapy with an emphasis on recreation with special populations or senior populations or a related field and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5; or 2. A combination of relevant experience and completion of a high school diploma with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5,…