Engagement & Activity Specialist

Socket.dev; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental and health insurance

Daily Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

AbbeHealth Services in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks an Activity Specialist to plan and implement engaging programs for adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. You will develop monthly calendars, provide personal care as needed, and support volunteers while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.

The role requires excellent communication, compassion, and flexibility to respond to changing needs, with some weekend/evening work and opportunities to contribute to therapeutic activities and

Qualifications

• An ideal candidate will be interested in working with adults with physical and cognitive disabilities.
• One year of experience in mental health and/or behavioral health population preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old; High School/GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement participant programming.
• Develop monthly activity calendar.
• Demonstrate interactive, creative, and engaging programs.
• Assist participants with therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Recruit, schedule, and train volunteers to assist with activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment; ensure programs are ready for use.
• Provide personal care to participants as needed.
• May drive participants to and from the center.
• Some weekend and evening work may be required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Education

High School/GED

Job description

AbbeHealth Services in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks an Activity Specialist to plan and implement engaging programs for adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. You will develop monthly calendars, provide personal care as needed, and support volunteers while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.

The role requires excellent communication, compassion, and flexibility to respond to changing needs, with some weekend/evening work and opportunities to contribute to therapeutic activities and