Weekend Activities & Wellness Coordinator

Perimeter Healthcare; Jackson, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Perimeter Healthcare is seeking an Activities Coordinator to provide services within the activity program for patients/residents, meeting social, recreational, physical, educational and spiritual needs to support dignity and maximum functioning.

The role involves assessing interests, planning diverse activities, documenting progress, coordinating calendars, and collaborating with staff to maintain a safe, engaging environment for at-risk youth in our care settings.

Qualifications

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
• High School diploma or GED; 1 year experience in children services or residential setting preferred; college hours can substitute.
• Valid State Driver's License with appropriate endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Assess and reassess patients'/residents' activity interests, needs and concerns through observation and conversations.
• Write progress notes accurately and timely per standards/regulations.
• Record coding changes and other information promptly.
• Plan and select activities with creativity and variety.
• Coordinate unplanned event changes and notify departments as needed.
• Plan calendar with age-appropriate activities in groups or one-to-one settings.
• Assist patients/residents to participate in activities.
• Adapt activities to maximize independence and functioning.
• Collaborate with other Activity staff and disciplines to ensure safe, least-restrictive environment.

Skills

Active planning

Observation skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

1 year in children's services or residential setting

Valid State Driver's License

Job description

Perimeter Healthcare is seeking an Activities Coordinator to provide services within the activity program for patients/residents, meeting social, recreational, physical, educational and spiritual needs to support dignity and maximum functioning.

The role involves assessing interests, planning diverse activities, documenting progress, coordinating calendars, and collaborating with staff to maintain a safe, engaging environment for at-risk youth in our care settings.