Job Details

Recreational Therapist – PACE Program

Full-Time | San Francisco, CA

Estimated Pay Range: $34.37 – $38.85/hour

Comprehensive Benefits Package Available

Role Overview

We are hiring a Recreational Therapist to lead and deliver a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program for PACE participants. This role is central to enhancing quality of life for older adults through individualized and group-based recreational therapy, social engagement, and community integration. You'll work closely with an interdisciplinary care team to support participants' physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being in a culturally responsive environment.

What You'll Do

• Design, coordinate, and implement daily recreational and social programming in the PACE Day Center
• Conduct participant assessments to identify care needs, preferences, and therapeutic goals
• Establish and monitor individualized recreation-related goals as part of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) care plan
• Lead and oversee group and individual activities, community outings, holiday events, and special programs
• Collaborate with the Center Manager to ensure a safe, engaging day room environment and mitigate risk factors (e.g., falls, wandering)
• Supervise and provide leadership to recreation aides and volunteers
• Build partnerships with community organizations, instructors, and performers to enhance programming
• Document assessments, progress notes, and updates in Epic accurately and efficiently
• Communicate changes in participant condition to the IDT, caregivers, and clinical staff as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreational Therapy from an accredited institution or Bachelor's degree in Recreation with a specialization in Therapeutic Recreation
• Current BLS and First Aid certification
• Knowledge of social and recreational programming tailored to older adult populations
• Fluency in English and Chinese (Cantonese) — required

Benefits & Additional Information

• Competitive compensation
• Free medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee, spouse, and/or children
• Employer contribution to 401(k)
• Full-time, FLSA Non-Exempt position
• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity
• Consideration given to qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance