Activities Coordinator

The Arc Columbia-Saratoga; City of Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

24/7 access to a doctor

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Paid training and professional dev.

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

The Arc Columbia-Saratoga in Hudson, NY is seeking an Activities Coordinator for our Day Habilitation program. You will plan and coordinate on-site and community activities, helping participants explore interests, build skills, and connect with their community.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 AM–4:00 PM) and a $18.00/hour pay rate, with benefits and opportunities for growth. Responsibilities include developing daily activity schedules, ensuring staff coverage, providing

Qualifications

• High School / GED or better.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with people with disabilities.
• Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Develop, schedule, and coordinate meaningful on-site activities and community outings based on the interests, choices, and needs of people we support.
• Encourage people we support to make personal choices and decisions while promoting independence, growth, and community inclusion.
• Complete daily activity schedules and help ensure appropriate staff coverage for activities and outings.
• Provide hands-on direct support as needed based on staffing and the individual needs of people we support.
• Work with program staff to identify and develop activities that support individual goals and valued outcomes.
• Provide guidance and training to new and existing program staff regarding activities and programming.
• Develop opportunities, activities, and outings for alternative community-based programming.
• Help maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive environment for people we support and staff.
• Conduct routine meetings with program staff to share ideas, address concerns, and plan activities and special events.
• Participate in program and interdisciplinary team meetings and agency committees as needed.
• Order program and activity supplies while remaining within established budgets.
• Complete required daily and monthly progress reports and other program documentation.

Job description

Create Opportunities. Build Connections. Make Every Day Meaningful.

As an Activities Coordinator with our Day Habilitation program, you’ll help create meaningful opportunities for people we support with intellectual and developmental disabilities to explore their interests, make choices, build skills, and become more connected to their community. You’ll coordinate engaging on-site and community-based activities while working alongside program staff to ensure each person’s individual goals, interests, and needs remain at the center of their day.

Location: Hudson, NY

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Hours: 40 hours per week

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

Why Join The Arc Columbia-Saratoga?

At The Arc Columbia-Saratoga, formerly known as Coarc/Columbia County Arc, we belong to a mission that expands abilities, one person at a time. Our work is both rewarding and challenging, and we support each other through a culture of belonging, respect, and shared purpose. When you join us, you will be making a difference in your community while being valued for your contributions.

“Our work isn’t always easy, but it’s worth it. At The Arc Columbia-Saratoga, you’ll belong, contribute, and make a difference.”

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, schedule, and coordinate meaningful on-site activities and community outings based on the interests, choices, and needs of people we support.
• Encourage people we support to make personal choices and decisions while promoting independence, growth, and community inclusion.
• Complete daily activity schedules and help ensure appropriate staff coverage for activities and outings.
• Provide hands‑on direct support as needed based on staffing and the individual needs of people we support.
• Work with program staff to identify and develop activities that support individual goals and valued outcomes.
• Provide guidance and training to new and existing program staff regarding activities and programming.
• Develop opportunities, activities, and outings for alternative community-based programming.
• Help maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive environment for people we support and staff.
• Conduct routine meetings with program staff to share ideas, address concerns, and plan activities and special events.
• Participate in program and interdisciplinary team meetings and agency committees as needed.
• Order program and activity supplies while remaining within established budgets.
• Complete required daily and monthly progress reports and other program documentation.

We offer a competitive benefits package that may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 24/7 access to a doctor for you and your household
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid training and professional development
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

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Qualifications

Education

Required

High School / GED or better.

Experience

Required

Minimum of one year of experience working with people with disabilities required

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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