Activity Coordinator

Ability Matters•Dublin, OH

18h

About The Position

Do you want to lead fun, meaningful activities? Do you want to be part of a community that is shaping the future, changing lives, and impacting the world? Do you want a career, not just a job, where your growth, strengths, and purpose matter? At Ability Matters , we are a cause above the job. We build inclusive, meaningful, community-based experiences for individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities. As an Activity Coordinator, you are building confidence, independence, social connection, and joy through meaningful activities and community involvement. This is purposeful work. This is a career path. This is the opportunity to be part of something bigger. Why Ability Matters Is Different Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive. Our impact speaks for itself: Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention A team of 330+ highly trained professionals 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics Diversity in Business Award winner Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership Here, you join a team with a reputation for quality, compassion, and forward-thinking practice. Why You’ll Love Working Here ✨ Best-in-Class Pay & Benefits We lead the industry, because your work has an impact. ✨ Career Pathways & Professional Development We invest in your future with extensive training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities across multiple departments. ✨ Creative, People-Focused Work You get to design experiences, lead activities, and bring ideas to life. ✨ Supportive, Inclusive Culture A positive, collaborative environment where input is valued and strengths are celebrated. ✨ Mission-Driven Purpose You see your impact in real time through growth, smiles, and connection. What You’ll Do At Ability Matters, your role is centered on engagement, leadership, and meaningful experiences.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred, or 3 to 5 years of experience in leadership, recreation, education, or human services.
Passion for Inclusion: A genuine desire to support individuals with disabilities.
Skills: Able to plan engaging experiences and think outside the box, clear verbal and written communication skills, take initiative, follow through, and stay organized.
Requirements: Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience: Helpful, but enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to inclusion matter most.

Responsibilities

Lead Engaging Experiences: Design and facilitate recreational, educational, and community-based activities that bring structure, fun, and purpose to evenings and weekends. Monitor what works, adjust activities to match interests and needs, and continuously improve the experience.
Create Opportunities: Plan inclusive outings and group experiences that encourage peer interaction and true community participation.
Turn Goals Into Real-Life Skills: Align activities with service goals while promoting physical activity, creativity, communication, and social development.
Bring Ideas to Life: Develop monthly activity calendars, coordinate transportation and supplies, and collaborate with housing teams to keep programming fresh and exciting.
Be Part of the Daily Experience: Provide 20 to 25 hours of direct support weekly while building strong, positive relationships.
Advocate for Inclusion: Champion individual rights, choices, and opportunities at every turn.