PACE Activity Coordinator

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Expected pay for this position is $23.58 - $27.75/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

POSITION SUMMARY: The PACE/Senior World Activity Coordinator coordinates the therapeutic recreational adult day services program. The coordinator provides a comprehensive participant assessment to meet physical, mental and psychosocial well-being needs as well as person centered needs and interests. They plan, implement and facilitate activities for various cognitive functioning, physical limitations and persons with disabilities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree

Experience:

• 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population or, if the individual has less than 1 year of experience but meets all other requirements, must receive appropriate training from the PACE organization on working with a frail or elderly population upon hiring.
• CPR American Heart Association HealthCare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) required before providing patient care.

Other Skills/ Knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Music, Art, related Social Service field or Certified Occupational Therapists Assistant (COTA)

Experience:

• 3 years of experience organizing and facilitating activities in a geriatric setting.
• Experience in a Dementia or Alzheimer's Program. 

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.