What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreational Coordinator position at Anderson Behavioral Health?
Recreational Coordinator
Location: Marshville, NC, 28103
Are you interested in creating a safe and therapeutic environment where adolescents can heal, learn, and demonstrate the skills they need to successfully function in society?
Join our team of compassionate professionals who work daily to create a positive, healthy culture for adolescents.
The Recreational Coordinator will implement and carry out recreation therapy for persons with emotional and behavioral problems while coordinating with individual service plans, to enhance their kinesthetic, visual-motor, inter-personal and intra-personal skills, as well as naturalist learning processes, and their ability to utilize community resources and support.
Anderson Health Services is launching mental and behavioral health programs to provide 24/7 emotional support to clients with a history of complex trauma. The hours for this position are 8am-4pm. Everyone is dedicated to offering high quality, culturally sensitive care to adolescents in need of emotional help and support.
The Recreational Coordinator at Anderson Health Services is expected to:
- Organize and execute recreational activities for individuals and groups
- Plan, direct, and facilitate group activities such as sports, games, and arts and crafts
- Provide training, shadowing, directions, and material for staff to facilitate activities
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants
- Communicate with participants, staff, and management to ensure the success of recreational activities
- Maintain equipment and supplies for recreational activities
- Assist with the development and implementation of new recreational programs
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
Educational Requirements
High school diploma, GED, or associate degree with a minimum of two years of population specific experience working with children ages 6-17 is preferred.
Additional Requirements
Must be 21 years and older and have a valid NC driver's license with a good driving record. Must be able to demonstrate effective self-regulation strategies. Must be coachable and willing to learn. All potential job candidates must pass a drug screening and background check.
If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply, and we will be happy to discuss it with you!
