Therapeutic Activities Facilitator

The League For People with Disabilities; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

The League for People with Disabilities in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Part-Time Activity Assistant for our Medical Day Program. This role plans, organizes, and leads therapeutic, recreational, educational, and social activities promoting independence and community inclusion for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex medical needs.

Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, you will deliver person-centered programming in a safe, respectful environment, support

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree preferred in related field.
• Minimum 1 year experience with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• ASL preferred; able to facilitate recreational/therapeutic activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and lead daily activities supporting participants' development.
• Facilitate arts, crafts, music, games, exercise, and educational activities.
• Adapt activities for varying abilities and promote participant engagement.
• Support transitions between activities and monitor participant mood/participation.
• Maintain activity rooms, calendars, and supplies; assist with outings as needed.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and staff to deliver person-centered programming.

Skills

ASL (American Sign Language) preferred

Experience with disabilities

Recreational activities

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Recreation Therapy, Human Services, Special Education, Art, Occupational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, or related field preferred

Job description

The League for People with Disabilities in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Part-Time Activity Assistant for our Medical Day Program. This role plans, organizes, and leads therapeutic, recreational, educational, and social activities promoting independence and community inclusion for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex medical needs.

Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, you will deliver person-centered programming in a safe, respectful environment, support