Big Wave Enrichment Coordinator

Coastside411; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

A nonprofit community organization in California seeks an Enrichment Coordinator to plan and facilitate enrichment activities for residents at the Big Wave Center. This full-time role involves developing engaging social and vocational opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Key responsibilities include coordinating schedules, evaluating activities, and fostering community partnerships. Ideal candidates should have 3+ years of relevant experience and excellent organizational skills. Salary ranges from $70,000 to $80,000 annually, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a community-based or recreational setting.
• Experience supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
• Proven ability to design and manage activity schedules.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate enrichment activities for residents.
• Maintain a monthly activities calendar and coordinate with the Executive Director.
• Evaluate activities based on resident feedback and attendance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Experience with intellectual disabilities

Proficiency in Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Human Services, Recreation, Special Education, or Psychology

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

TheBig Wave Group, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Half Moon Bay, seeks a thoughtful, organized, and community-orientedEnrichment Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and facilitate engaging enrichment activities for residents of the newly builtBig Wave Center.

This role is responsible for delivering adiverse range of social, recreational, and vocational enrichment opportunities that promote community inclusion, personal growth, and meaningful daily engagement for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The Enrichment Coordinator works closely with residents, families, caregivers, volunteers, and community partners to design and implement programming that reflects resident interests and needs.

This is afull-time, benefited position with required evening and weekend hours. The role reports directly to theExecutive Director.

About Big Wave Group

The mission of the Big Wave Group is to provideaccess to opportunity, lifelong housing, and a strong sense of community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

TheBig Wave Center is a purpose-built, 50,000-square-foot campus designed to be a premier destination for the IDD community across the Coastside and thegreater Bay Area. The Center includes:

• 38 apartments (studio, one-, and two-bedroom units)
• A commercial kitchen and culinary programming
• A Fitness and Recreation Club
• A Game Room
• Day Program space
• A 10,000-square-foot outdoor events courtyard and outdoor kitchen

Activities at the Center emphasize inclusion, community connection, and opportunities for residents to pursue social, recreational, and vocational interests.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Coordination

• Identify, plan, schedule, coordinate, and facilitate a broad range ofsocial, recreational, and vocational enrichment activities for residents, in alignment with schedules established by the Executive Director.
• Develop and maintain amonthly Enrichment Activities calendar for distribution to residents, families, caregivers, and staff.
• Coordinate with the Executive Director to avoid scheduling conflicts with other events and programs at the Big Wave Center.

Resident Engagement & Inclusion

• Regularly communicate with residents and, as appropriate, families and caregivers to:

• Understand resident interests, preferences, and support needs
• Identify enrichment opportunities that align with those interests
• Support inclusive participation by adapting activities to accommodate varying abilities and support needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of enrichment activities through resident feedback, participation levels, and attendance trends, and adjust as needed.

Logistics, Volunteers & Community Partnerships

• Identify, source, and secure all equipment, materials, and volunteer support necessary to conduct enrichment activities.
• Onboard, train, and support volunteer personnel assisting with enrichment programming.
• Identify and facilitate opportunities forcommunity participation, including involvement from the local Coastside community and the broader disabilities community, where appropriate.
• Coordinate transportation logistics for community outings and off-site enrichment activities.

Budget, Safety & Documentation

• Ensure all enrichment activities remain withinbudgetary constraints established by the Executive Director.
• Submit expenses for approval and maintain accurate records in accordance with Big Wave policies and procedures.
• Ensure all activities are planned and conducted in asafe manner, following all Big Wave safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare and submitincident reports related to enrichment activities in a timely manner, as required.
• Maintain weekly records documenting:

• Enrichment activities offered
• Number and names of participants
• Costs associated with each activity

Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff, caregivers, families, vendors, and partners to ensure cohesive and effective activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Big Wave Center community.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3+ years of experience working in a community-based, residential, recreational, or vocational setting, with demonstrated leadership or program coordination responsibilities.
• Experience supporting adults withintellectual and developmental disabilities is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and manage activity schedules while coordinating logistics, resources, and volunteers.
• Experience leading small groups, providing individual support, and adapting activities to meet varying abilities and support needs.
• Experience recruiting, training, and collaborating with volunteers and community partners.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; proficiency withGoogle Workspace and/or Microsoft Office for scheduling, documentation, and reporting.
• Warm, compassionate, patient, respectful, and professional demeanor.
• Ability to foster a positive, collaborative work environment with caregivers, parents/guardians, vendors, and partners.
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Human Services, Recreation, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
• ValidCalifornia driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Subject to a background check.
• CPR/First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Work Schedule

• Full-time (40 hours per week), benefits-eligible position.
• Requiredevening and weekend hours to support consistent programming and resident engagement.

Wage: $70,000 - 80,000 annually, commensurate with experience, plus benefits