Activities Coordinator

Sevita; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sevita ResCare Community Living (a Sevita family member) seeks an Activities Coordinator to plan and conduct group and individual activities for individuals with developmental disabilities in the Houston area. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and person-centered planning.

The position offers flexible schedules (full-time, part-time, or as-needed), a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, and holiday pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Activity Coordinator certification preferred.
• Two years years experience working with developmentally disabled adults; planning and conducting activities.
• Valid drivers license with car registration and vehicle insurance.
• All state-required training and certification completed in mandated timeframes.
• Reliable, responsible, and caring nature.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to the companys mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to plan meaningful activities.
• Provide daily instruction and guidance to staff on activity delivery methods and techniques.
• Determine and implement precautions for the care and safety of individuals served.
• Maintain curriculum binders for classrooms to ensure varied activities are planned and conducted.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Reliability

Team collaboration

Valid drivers license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in Activity Coordinator preferred

Job description

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.

Pay Rate: $13.00/hr.

Activities Coordinator

Do you want to have a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you love planning and coordinating activities? Come put your enthusiasm to work with individuals with developmental disabilities. As Activities Coordinator, you will conduct group and individual recreational activities according to an individual’s needs, capabilities, and interests.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to identify and implement meaningful group activities with focus on emphasizing the preferences of individuals served.
• Provide daily instruction and guidance to staff regarding activity delivery methods and techniques as well as at staff meetings.
• Determine and implement necessary precautions in exercising responsibility for the care and safety of individuals served.
• Maintain curriculum binders for each classroom to ensure that varied and age-appropriate activities are planned and conducted for all individuals served.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; certification in Activity Coordinator preferred
• Two years’ experience working with developmentally disabled adults, including planning and conducting activities for this population
• Valid driver’s license in good standing with car registration and vehicle insurance
• All state-required training and certification completed in mandated timeframes
• Reliable, responsible, and caring nature
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Commitment to the company’s mission and values

Why Join Us?

• Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available
• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Important work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.