RECREATION & LIFE SKILLS SPECIALIST

Oneida Health is currently looking for a part-time Program Assistant (approximately 20 hours a week) to work the day shift in supporting our Healthy Seniors Program. This position will work under the direction of the Care Coordinator on various tasks to meet tenant and program needs including some clerical work, assisting with planned activities, minimal personal care, minimal cleaning of apartments, and driving residents of the Healthy Seniors Program to and from appointments as needed using the program’s van. The ideal candidate will be efficient and able to perform tasks thoroughly.

Come for the Salary, Stay for the Benefits:

We provide competitive pay and value experience. Employees enjoy free parking while being centrally located next to shopping, food services, and entertainment. The following are just some of our best employee benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off accruing day one
• 403 (b) matching up to 3%
• Free Parking
• Employee Gym
• 20% Cafe Discount

What You’ll be Great At:

• Assist the Program Director to plan and organize diverse program activities and events 

• Able to regularly lead activities independently for groups of 10-20 people including but not limited to meals, exercises, seminars, crafts, etc.  

• Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels 

• Enforce safety rules to prevent injury 

• Modify activities to suit the needs of seniors 

• Administer basic first aid if needed 

• Organize, set up, and clean up the equipment that is used in activities 

• Plan and implement programming that addresses the needs of senior citizens including but not limited to: social isolation, healthy meals/snacks, kitchen safety, exercise, computer/cell phone skills, financial literacy, and other programs geared toward the frail/elderly population 

• Monitor and replenish supply inventory as needed 

• Utilize program van to transport participants to planned outings 

• Recognize and report participant related medical, physical, social, and emotional concerns to Program Director 

• Able to research and implement ideas for programming including crafts, cooking, seminars, etc. 

• Able to call and obtain information from outside organizations for community events 

Why We’re The Right Fit For You:

Why are we so incredible, you ask? Here are just a few reasons why we think you would love it at Oneida Health:

• We care about our people. Our employees are our #1 asset and we will always invest in their growth.
• We offer multiple pathways to success through continued education and department promotion.
• Your safety matters too. Providing safe work environments is always our approach.
• With our technology investment strategy, we put the most advanced technology in the palm of your hand. Allowing you to do what you do best.
• We’re neat freaks. Oneida Health is consistently ranked regionally and nationally among the top hospitals for safety and cleanliness.
• We respect and encourage work-life balance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:  

• High School Diploma/GED 

• 18 years of age or older 

• Prefer, at minimum, satisfactory coursework in areas relevant to the position including but not limited to: nutrition, culinary, recreation, psychology  

EXPERIENCE: 

• Experience working with individuals with different dietary needs 

• Experience planning/preparing/presenting to larger groups of individuals 

• Experience with the senior population 

LICENSES & CERTIFICATION:  

• Valid NYS Driver’s License 

• CPR certification 

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES: 

• Strong communication and organization skills 

• Able to work independently at times 

• Exhibits ability to multitask on a regular basis  

• Capable of staying on task 

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office  

• Positive attitude 

• Confidentiality 

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and walking for extended periods

• Bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and stretching

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling equipment or supplies up to 50lbs

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