Activities Coordinator (7197)

THE SALVATION ARMY • San Antonio, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Plans, develops, schedules, coordinates, facilitates, and monitors a variety of engaging activities, events, and trips to meet the needs and interests of specific groups participating in Salvation Army programs. Monitors all activities to ensure needs of participants are met and to ensure compliance with established activity plans as well as The Salvation Army policies and procedures. Plans, promotes, coordinates, and facilitates activities on a regular basis to include recreational, athletic, entertaining, educational, and/or devotional topics. Prepares and distributes monthly calendars and/or newsletters promoting scheduled activities and providing general and specific information of interest to the participants. Assists participants with moving as needed throughout the day. Serves breakfast and lunch to participants; assists participants in moving to tables; assists participants by cutting food as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Two years work experience coordinating activities and working with the elderly or people with disabilities in a human services or medically-related program.
• Valid State Driver’s License
• Ability to obtain Activities Director Certification within established timeframe
• Ability to obtain CPR & First Aid Certification within established timeframe
• Ability to obtain Food Handlers Certification within established timeframe

Nice To Haves

• Activities Director Certification
• CPR & First Aid Certification
• Food Handlers Certification

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, schedules, coordinates, facilitates, and monitors a variety of engaging activities, events, and trips.
• Monitors all activities to ensure needs of participants are met and to ensure compliance with established activity plans and Salvation Army policies.
• Plans, promotes, coordinates, and facilitates activities on a regular basis including recreational, athletic, entertaining, educational, and/or devotional topics.
• Prepares and distributes monthly calendars and/or newsletters promoting scheduled activities.
• Assists participants with moving as needed throughout the day.
• Serves breakfast and lunch to participants, assists participants in moving to tables, and assists participants by cutting food as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED