Leisure & Social Skills Specialist

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Woodward (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, Bureau of Woodward Resource Center (WRC) is seeking an Activities Specialist to join our team. This full-time role supports leisure services by planning and directing programs to promote socialization, self-expression, and skill development for individuals in residential care.

You will monitor client participation, teach daily living and vocational skills, and perform all aspects of the

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in art, the behavioral/social sciences, industrial therapy, music, occupational therapy, recreation, rehabilitation, therapeutic recreation, or other closely related fields.
• Experience at a level comparable to Activities Assistant may substitute for education as described.
• May be required to obtain a CDL and endorsements after hire.

Responsibilities

• Direct, plan, and coordinate leisure programs for one-on-one projects and small groups to develop socialization and new skills.
• Monitor ongoing participation of clients in the community to ensure growth and skill development.
• Teach daily living, communication, leisure, and vocational skills following written procedures and modeling pro-social behavior.
• Perform all aspects of the individualized active treatment program for assigned individuals.
• Liaise between leisure department and interdisciplinary team to ensure ongoing programming and goal development.
• Attend department meetings to discuss issues and coordinate activities with other specialists.
• Maintain supplies and inventory for leisure activities at houses in the caseload.
• Prepare trips, manage the budget per person, and coordinate with offices; turn in receipts per guidelines.

Skills

Program planning

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in art or behavioral sciences or related field

CDL license or eligibility

Job description

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, Bureau of Woodward Resource Center (WRC) is seeking an Activities Specialist to join our team. This full-time role supports leisure services by planning and directing programs to promote socialization, self-expression, and skill development for individuals in residential care.

You will monitor client participation, teach daily living and vocational skills, and perform all aspects of the