Job Title:  Activities Director, Presidio Gate Apartments

Primary Purpose:
Plan, coordinate, organize, and implement activities to enhance the quality of life for resident seniors.

• Plan and coordinate a monthly activity calendar which includes a variety of Activities based on the resident’s interests and abilities. Communicate programs to residents and staff via monthly calendar, bulletin board, flyers, or word of mouth.

• Maintain bulletin boards to ensure that information posted is current and organized.

• Create and compile the monthly activity calendar and prepare them for distribution to the residents.

• Encourage resident participation in determining nature of activities

• Plan and organize special events such as, but not limited to seasonal parties, cultural awareness programs, community outings and birthday parties, and others as directed by Administrator.

• Assess each resident’s past and present leisure interests on a regular basis, and document any changes as needed.

• Implement small group or 1:1 activities which could include exercise, reminiscing, reality awareness, socialization, and educational classes.

• Document resident’s participation in various activities on the attendance sheet and file them as needed in the resident’s charts.

• Drive residents to and from planned group activities in the company-owned 14-passenger van.

• Attend periodic workshops and in-service training sessions for professional growth.

• Develop goals and objectives for Presidio Gate Apartment’s activity program

• Establish and maintain contacts with community organizations that provide programs and services designed for seniors (Senior centers, affiliate organizations; Lytton Gardens, Oak Center Towers, San Francisco Towers, Jennings Court, etc.)

• Perform other related duties as assigned by Administrator

• High School diploma or GED plus either one:
• A certificate of completion of the state approved Activity Director’s course
  or
• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Therapy, and have at least one year of experience in planning activities for the elderly.
• Understanding and commitment to the mission of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with residents and staff.
• Computer skills, MS Word, Excel, and e-mail
• Be CPR certified or willing to obtain certification
• Must be friendly, outgoing, patient, dependable, organized, flexible, and work well with seniors in small and large group settings
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects

• Must have a California Class B Driving License (must pass DMV driving and written tests within 90 days of permanent hire date.

• Must be insurable, with a clean DMV record, and over 18 years of age to meet company auto insurance requirements.

• Must pass DMV physical exam
• Must be fingerprinted
• Must be a team player and have a strong desire to enhance the resident’s quality of life by providing meaningful activities.
• Work cooperatively with other staff members, residents and outside communities
• Conduct job and tasks in a safe manner

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this position, you may:

Email your cover letter and resume to: phiggins@ehf.org

Fax your cover letter and resume to: (415) 563-3678

Mail your cover letter and resume to:

Pam Higgins, Manager
Presidio Gate Apartments
2770 Lombard Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

Episcopal Senior Communities is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with respect to any protected class.

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