Activity Coordinator - PRN

Activity Coordinator

The Activity Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating therapeutic recreational activities and special events that support the treatment goals of students and residents in a residential treatment setting. The AC promotes positive social interaction, healthy leisure skills, emotional growth, and community engagement while maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Activity & Event Coordination

Therapeutic Programming

Behavior Management

Documentation

Treatment Team Responsibilities

Daily Expectations

Safety Responsibilities

Required Skills

Successful Activity Coordinators demonstrate excellent communication skills, creativity and innovation, organization and planning, time management, professional boundaries, strong clinical judgment, teamwork, leadership, flexibility, conflict resolution, and verbal de-escalation.

Documentation Standards

The Activity Coordinator will complete documentation before the end of shift, record attendance for groups and activities, document resident participation, report behavioral concerns, document incidents accurately, maintain confidentiality, and follow HIPAA guidelines.

Regulatory Compliance

The Activity Coordinator must comply with HIPAA Privacy Rules, DBHDS Regulations, Joint Commission Standards, Facility Policies and Procedures, Human Rights Regulations, and Mandatory Staff Development Requirements.

Required Certifications

The following certifications must be maintained: CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Approved Behavioral Intervention Program (HWC), and a Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required. Must be at least 19 years of age in accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia Interdepartmental Regulation of Children's Residential Facilities. Experience working with adolescents in behavioral health, education, recreation, or residential care preferred. Ability to safely transport residents to community activities. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Performance Expectations

The Activity Coordinator consistently provides safe, engaging, and therapeutic activities. Demonstrates professionalism and reliability. Maintains therapeutic boundaries. Uses sound clinical judgment. Effectively de-escalates challenging behaviors. Completes documentation accurately and timely. Communicates effectively with the treatment team. Maintains resident confidentiality. Supports the mission and values of the organization. Contributes to a positive, structured therapeutic environment.

Kenbridge, VA Onsite Part Time $17.37 - $23.34 per hour