Activities Coordinator
Habitat Health · West Covina, California, United States
Habitat Health empowers older adults to experience more good days in their homes and communities. Through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), we provide comprehensive medical care along with support for daily needs such as meals, transportation, and in‑home assistance. We deliver coordinated clinical and social care in our centers and directly in participants’ homes, creating a fully integrated experience that brings peace of mind and a true sense of belonging. As we expand our scalable, affordable PACE model to meet the growing and complex needs of aging populations, our mission‑driven care teams continue to help participants live well on their own terms.
Habitat Health is supported by leading healthcare organizations and investors including New Enterprise Associates, Kaiser Permanente, and Town Hall Ventures. We are entering a period of significant growth and are looking for exceptional teammates to help us scale a better model of care for older adults. To learn more, visit www.habitathealth.com.
Role Scope: The Activities Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well‑being of participants enrolled in Habitat Health’s PACE program. This role plans and delivers therapeutic recreation interventions that promote functional ability, engagement, and quality of life for older adults with complex medical and psychosocial needs. As an active member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT), the Activities Coordinator conducts assessments, contributes to individualized care plans, and collaborates closely with clinical and social care partners to ensure programming aligns with participant goals and regulatory requirements.
Core Responsibilities & Expectations for the Role
- Conduct comprehensive recreational and social assessments on time to evaluate participants’ functional abilities, interests, strengths, and needs, and document findings in accordance with PACE regulatory requirements.
- Designs and leads therapeutic group activities to support participants' physical, cognitive, social, and emotional wellness.
- Creates the Center’s monthly calendar of activities designed to engage all participants.
- Provides support in identifying community resources that could support the recreational and social needs of participants including future programming options
- Coordinates with Physical and Occupational Therapists to incorporate restorative maintenance goals into daily recreational programming.
- Contribute to IDT care planning by sharing assessment findings, creating SMART goals based on assessments, and creating appropriate interventions to meet the participant’s needs.
- Adapt activities and interventions to meet diverse functional levels, cultural backgrounds, and individual preferences.
- Monitor participant progress, update care plans as needed, and document interventions and outcomes in a timely and accurate manner.
- Support safe and engaging programming within the day center and community settings, ensuring appropriate supervision and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintain supplies, equipment, and activity spaces to ensure a safe, organized, and welcoming environment.
- Engage participants with cognitive impairment, dementia, or behavioral health needs using appropriate approaches and de‑escalation techniques.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance programming, workflows, and participant engagement.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- One (1) to three (3) years of experience providing recreational therapy or activity programming to aging and frail populations.
- Active CPR/BLS certification.
- Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate daily activities and socialization programs that support participants’ physical, cognitive, emotional, and social engagement.
- Experience conducting initial and periodic recreational and social assessments and documenting participant engagement and behavioral trends in alignment with care plans and regulatory requirements.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to participate as an active, core contributor within the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to coordinate participant care.
- Ability to adapt activity formats and delivery methods to meet diverse cognitive levels, physical limitations, cultural backgrounds, and individual preferences.
- Demonstrated reliability, accountability, and sound judgment in managing day-to-day recreational scheduling, resource tracking, and individual participant safety needs.
- Aligns with our purpose and our values, and is excited about living those out in daily practice
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with comfort navigating ambiguity, adapting quickly, and contributing to continuous improvement
- Strong learning and growth mindset, including seeking feedback, engaging in healthy debate and using data and curiosity to inform decisions.
- Acts with integrity and ownership, considering the broader organizational impact, doing the right thing, and following through to deliver results.
Nice to have:
- Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Activity Professional Certification (APC)
- Bilingual: Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese
- Knowledge of PACE, CMS, and state regulatory requirements related to activity programming and participant engagement
Essential Functions & Physical Requirements
The following statements describe the general nature of work and physical expectations common across roles at Habitat Health. Specific responsibilities may vary by position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Team members in this role may be expected to:
- Work in healthcare, administrative, community, or remote environments, depending on role needs.
- Communicate effectively with participants, caregivers, team members, and other stakeholders in person, by phone, and through electronic systems.
- Remain stationary and/or move about for extended periods, consistent with job duties.
- Operate standard office equipment and/or clinical tools (e.g., computers, phones, medical devices, documentation systems)
- Travel between work sites or community locations as needed.
- Follow safety procedures, infection control protocols, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
- Perform tasks that may involve bending, reaching, lifting, or assisting participants, depending on role responsibilities.
- Lift, carry, push, or pull supplies, equipment, or materials typically up to 25–50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical aids, depending on job duties and role responsibilities.
Compensation: The anticipated salary range for this position is $28 - $32 per hour. This position is also eligible for a target annual bonus of 5% and may be eligible for additional incentive compensation, as applicable.
The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, education, certifications, geographical location, and business needs.
In addition, this position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) savings plan that includes a match; paid time off; and company paid holidays.
At-Will Employment
Employment with Habitat Health is at-will. This means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Nothing in this job posting or any other company document is intended to create a contract of employment, express or implied, or to alter the at-will nature of employment.
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