Activities Coordinator

The Arc Lexington; City of Gloversville (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off

Paid training

Low-cost benefits package

Job summary

The Arc Lexington in Gloversville, NY is seeking an Activities Coordinator to provide and coordinate wellness activities for individuals we support through diverse programs.

The role involves planning and leading small and large group activities, fostering engagement and wellbeing, and collaborating with the care team. A valid NYS driver's license with driving may be required; use of personal vehicle could be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or a similar field required.
• At least two years of experience planning activities and working with people with developmental disabilities required.
• Valid NYS Driver's License with 2 years of experience required. Use of own vehicle may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate wellness activities using small and large group activities designed to enhance the lives of the people we support through various programs.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a similar field

Job description

What does an Activities Coordinator do?

An Activities Coordinator provides and coordinates wellness activities using small and large group activities designed to enhance the lives of the people we support through various programs that they attend.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a Bachelor's Degree in a similar field is required
• At least two years of experience planning activities or a similar role and working with people with developmental disabilities is required
• Valid NYS Driver's License with 2 years of experience required
• Use of own vehicle is required

What can The Arc Lexington offer you?

• Competitive starting wages
• Generous paid time off
• Paid training
• A complete, very low cost benefits package

Why work at The Arc Lexington?

The Arc Lexington always strives to be the best possible employer. This means going to great lengths to ensure it is a great place to work, a place where employees feel valued, nurtured and respected. Employees find fulfilling, meaningful careers at The Arc Lexington and enjoy being part of our family. The Arc Lexington employees have repeatedly voted us for several awards:

• 2013 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award
• 2014 - Voted #1 Large Workplace in the Capital District
• 2014 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award
• 2017 - Best Company to Work For in New York State
• 2022 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award & Times Union Meaningfulness Award
• 2023 - 10 Best Workplaces for Diversity

We hope you will join us in making a difference!

The Arc Lexington provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status or any other status protected by applicable laws ("each a "Protected Characteristic"). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.