Activity Leader - On Lok
San Jose, CA 95116
About the Job
Employment at On Lok
Join a team that is making a difference in the lives of seniors. On Lok’s mission is to provide quality services for seniors in our communities.
We value commitment, teamwork, and dedication to the well being of our seniors. On Lok offers a multi-cultural work environment, and competitive pay and benefits.
If you are interested in advancing your career in an environment that gives you the satisfaction of helping others and contributing to the community, apply below.
Diversity Statement
Your unique qualities will enrich and help promote innovative solutions. Be part of a team of individuals with diverse backgrounds to guarantee that our participants receive compassion, understanding, and the highest quality of care.
On Lok PACE
We are a non-profit committed to our participants.
Dedicated to The Care of Elders:
PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) was developed to answer the many problems around caring for frail seniors. The PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in their community whenever possible.
Seniors, their family members, and caregivers face many issues, including transportation to appointments, management of medications, coordination of medical care from different specialists, lack of social interaction, and ability to stay alone at home. On Lok PACE participants receive in home care services and transportation to a On Lok PACE center for primary medical care, social and recreational activities, and other senior care services.
We understand the importance of a system that works together. Your expertise, drive and passion can help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare.
Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career!
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Program Manager, Activity Specialist, and Activity Therapist, the Activity Leader plans, develops, implements, and oversees activity services for On Lok participants.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Evaluates and implements creative and individualized participant care plans. Trains activity aides'delegates assignments and supervises their performance.
- Plans and offers varied monthly programs and uses group and individual oriented interventions to maximize participants' cognitive and functional abilities. Offers therapeutic activities for daily for participants with special needs.
- Works with Activity Therapist & Specialist to plan and implement monthly community outings and special events. Work with Volunteer Coordinator to recruit and orient appropriate volunteers for specific recreation activities.
- Documents participant involvement in activities and revises their care plan as needed.
- Participate in task/committee, special projects, as assigned by Activity Specialist.
- Actively participates in team discussions offering feedback, ideas and suggestions both on a day-to-day basis and in monthly department staff meetings.
- Consults with supervisor & activity therapist regarding participant care plans
- Other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS (knowledge, skills, abilities):
- Minimum of two years' experience in a social, recreational or educational program within the past five years, one year which was full time working in a health care setting; OR have completed at least 36 hours of training in a course designed for activity leadership from an accredited college; OR be an occupational therapist, art therapist, music therapist, dance therapist, recreation therapist, occupational therapy assistant or a qualified social worker
- One-year experience working with the elderly or frail population required.
- Ability to work as part of a diverse team.
- Stability, maturity, creativity and flexibility in work.
- Ability to work with volunteers and contract staff.
- Written and oral fluency in English is required; bilingual (Cantonese or Spanish) preferred.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed. They are not considered as an exhaustive list of all job tasks performed. On Lok reserves the right to change job descriptions, work hours or work sites as required by the program.
On Lok's Employee Benefits include (eligible for any regular position for 20 hr/wk or more):
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) and Term Life/AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Checks, MLA scholarships, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance and additional discounts
- Holidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, and long-term disability insurance
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and state and federal laws (including federal PACE requirements at 42 CFR 460.64(a); 460.68(a), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
On Lok is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other terms, privileges or benefits of employment please contact Recruitment (recruitment@onlok.org).