Activities Coordinator

Jewish Broadcasting Service: JBS; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a dedicated individual to plan and implement engaging activity programs for residents with developmental disabilities. The role involves facilitating activities, collaborating with team members, and ensuring the residents' wellbeing through effective communication with families. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and experience in community-based activities. Strong problem-solving skills and a creative approach are essential for achieving the organization's goals.

Qualifications

• One year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Experience with creating community-based activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement quad activity programs.
• Document episodic events and attend care plan meetings.
• Work collaboratively to develop activity calendars.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience with developmental disabilities

Tools

ADP Payroll programs

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

• Plan and implement quad activity programs
• Assist and evaluate large group activities
• Meet the needs of our residents by adaptation to programs
• Knowledge and ability to document episodic events, as well as attend care plan meetings
• Work collaboratively with inter-agency departments to develop a meaningful and appropriate activities calendar
• Provide on-going activities either in a group or independently
• Offer educational, spiritual, exercise, mental and other forms of activities for the residents’ benefit, while implementing care plans
• Be comfortable with being the front line of communication with families whose loved ones live at Weinberg Commons
• Develop weekly communication to families about the activities and wellbeing, in conjunction with Quad Managers and DSP reports
• Facilitate a family/resident intake upon move-in to ensure programing needs are met
• Work on family and staff engagement opportunities
• Complete all documentation, state, federal and departmentally required
• Financial Management of Company Credit Card

Other

• -Cooperates with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• -Driver’s license valid in the state of New Jersey
• -Shall submit to a criminal background check, and be determined to be not disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served. · Agrees to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities ·
• -Shall submit to drug testing prior to employment · Shall submit to drug testing conducted randomly and for cause. ·
• -Shall complete an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Experience with creating and overseeing community based activities

GENERAL COMPETENCIES

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Thorough understanding of Federation’s mission, policies, values, strengths, and weaknesses. Understanding of the tri-county Jewish community. Creatively identify problems and develop and implement solutions to achieve organization goals.
• Ethics – Treat staff and donors with respect, regardless of their status or position. Work with integrity and ethically.
• Interpersonal Skills and Donor Relations – Adapt to changing work environments and maintain a good working relationship with co-workers, donors, lay leadership, and members. Manage difficult or emotional staff or volunteer situations.
• Teamwork—Exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views. Contribute to building a positive team spirit. Put success of team over own interests.
• Strategic Thinking – Develops strategies to achieve organization goals. Understands organization’s strengths and weaknesses. Adapts strategies to changing conditions. Displays willingness to make decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Project Management – Prioritizes and manages time effectively. Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time.
• Technical Skills – Has a working knowledge of the ADP Payroll programs, Accounting System, including the Accounts Payable program, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and office filing and telephone techniques. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others.
• Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for spelling and grammar. Presents numerical data effectively.
• Problem Solving - Displays original thinking and creativity. Identifies problems and develops solutions. Works well in group situations. Looks for ways to improve work processes and quality.
• Dependability - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Completes tasks on time. Uses time efficiently. Is consistently at work and on time. Maintains confidentiality.
• Project Management - Monitors status of projects, thoroughly deals with project details, holds project owners accountable, delivers clear, accurate depiction of status.
• Initiative – Undertakes self-development activities. Seeks increased responsibilities. Accepts constructive criticism.
• Diversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Promotes a harassment-free environment.