What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wellness and Recreation Coordinator position at The Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug...?
Southeast Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is an award-winning organization, and a leading provider of substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment that recognizes our employees as our biggest asset. Join us to find a supportive community dedicated to helping you achieve your fullest potential and you’ll have an opportunity to make a significant and positive impact on the quality of lives and the community.
We currently have an exceptional career opportunity for an enthusiastic Wellness & Recreation Coordinator to join our team to implement and manage all recreation and wellness programs, including special events, for all SCADD programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Promotes client socialization, growth, learning & development by planning, implementing & engaging clients for activities in the following categories: physical/ exercise, entertainment, social, religious, recreational/creative, education.
- Coordinate activities and events with volunteers and paid contractors.
- Schedule the use of facilities and activity areas.
- Set up and keep records of equipment use.
- Ensure that recreation facilities and equipment are used, maintained and sanitized properly.
- Facilitate individual and group wellness activities including coaching, milieu management, and case management.
- Provide feedback to the clinical team in regard to client’s level of motivation, participation in wellness activities and milieu interactions.
- Upholds program rules, guidelines and policies and assists clients in following all rules, guidelines and policies.
- Help assesses, collaborate and coordinate client’s discharge planning needs and readiness for discharge with other members of the care team.
- Maintain safety of the milieu at all times. This includes awareness of client location and high-risk situations.
- Maintain wellness program schedule and special events schedule in coordination with other program schedules.
- Performs light janitorial duties.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Associates Degree preferred or knowledge and experience in Substance abuse and community support services. CPR Certification preferred. Valid Driver's license required.
We offer a competitive benefit package so you can further invest in yourself and your future. Full-time positions offer (prorated for part-time positions):
- 5 Medical Plans to choose from to best fit your needs and budget
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 10% employer match at 1 year
- Vacation and Sick accruals
- 11 paid Holidays
- 40 hours of paid Education/Training hours
- Paid Licensure Reimbursement
SCADD is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
