Activity Coordinator-Cadiz, OH

Pals Ohio•Cadiz, OH

About The Position

The Activities Coordinator oversees Activities Programs at PALS Chrysalis Health Adult Day Programs. The role provides active support, supervision, and teaching to adults with developmental disabilities, implementing each person’s Individual Service Plan according to their strengths and needs. Support may include personal care, health and medical needs, dietary requirements, independent living skills, vocational and community employment interests, adaptive equipment, mobility and safety, transportation, socialization, and leisure skills. The coordinator maintains activity budgets, assists with activity calendars, schedules and facilitates meaningful activities, and ensures activities are conducted safely and properly. They oversee Activities program staff, including staffing ratios, equipment, curriculum, and training. The role also requires collaboration with coworkers and interdisciplinary team members, maintaining professional relationships with community vendors, and working in facility and community settings.

Requirements

At least one year of healthcare experience or experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Current driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Must successfully pass the DOT physical.
Must be able to safely drive a company vehicle, with driving history meeting insurance carrier requirements.
Criminal background verification and clearance acceptable under applicable rules and requirements; must complete background screens as needed.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule and provide responsible supervision and assistance to adults with developmental disabilities.
Ability to work as a team member and communicate positively and effectively with people served, support staff, and others.
Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals.
Maintain current certification in CPR, First Aid, Crisis Intervention, Behavior Support Plan, and any other required training.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

College degree from an accredited university or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Coordinate transportation needs to and from community events as part of Activities programming.
Submit daily attendance and report changes in program attendance as necessary.
Assist in maintaining Activities program budgets.
Create and ensure meaningful Activities programming is scheduled and facilitated according to the monthly activity calendar.
Ensure all Activities equipment is in good working order, including programming, safety, mechanical, and medical equipment.
Supervise the Activities group and provide support in areas of vulnerability.
Review and ensure Activity documentation is completed accurately and on time, including transportation, billing, and program documentation.
Submit unusual incident reports, assess risks to individuals’ health and safety, and ensure proper notification.
Contribute to and attend weekly staff meetings.
Model company guidelines regarding philosophy, confidentiality, people-first language, empowerment, and fair and reasonable treatment.
Build and maintain professional relationships with community vendors to support Activities program planning.
Provide direct supervision, teaching, and hands-on assistance to people served across relevant personal care, health, dietary, independent living, vocational, mobility, safety, transportation, socialization, and leisure needs.
Oversee Activities program staff, including appropriate staff ratios, equipment, curriculum, and training.
Maintain current and annual training requirements and current certifications in CPR, First Aid, Crisis Intervention, Behavior Support Plan, and other required training.
Participate in personal and professional self-development to maintain or enhance work skills.
Perform other related duties as requested or necessary.