ACTIVITY AIDE/COORDINATOR

Responsibilities Position Summary This position provides leadership and oversight of the adventure program and all associated activities within the facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides supervision of residential activities, adventure program activities, proposes, develops and implements plans for enhancing the activities program towards increasing the clinical benefits of the adventure experience with the facility. Collaborates with RA Supervisor to confirm scheduling of RA staff to balance both quality and efficiency of coverage. Over sees adventure and activities program schedule to meet the unique needs of patient population and any unique service groups, based on level of care, balancing both quality and efficiency. Develops relationships with local businesses to collaborate on creating approved activity schedule that matches appropriate level of care of patients at facility. Works with supervisor to create and submit purchase requests on determined basis for approval of weekly activities and events, or needed supplies Coordinates with supervisor to facilitate therapeutic activity groups. Ensures appropriate documentation of all activities and groups. Must have an understanding and sensitivity to diverse cultures. Regularly provides training to The Brook - KMI staff on adventure and activities program processes and models. Ensures that all Activities staff adhere to strict standards of confidentiality Performs all other duties as required or assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must be able to orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently. Can quickly find common ground and solve problems; can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups; can solve problems with peers with a minimum of conflict; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; easily gains trust and support of peers; encourages collaboration. Must have strong knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Proven ability to handle multiple projects under pressure. Ability to pay continual attention to detail. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands. Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with all internal/external interface points. Ability to build relationships with diverse individuals and groups. General familiarity with the budgeting process related to adventure activities. Demonstrates ability to manage planning, decision making and facilitating process improvements; takes responsibility for activities. Understands need for and maintains appropriate confidentiality at all times when interacting with patients, residents, families, visitors, referral sources and all other contacts. Qualifications Education and Experience High School Diploma and or GED Required. Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy or related social service or Outdoor Education field preferred Preferred Certified Recreation Therapist Preferred 2 years of previous adventure program facilitation, residential programming, and work with the co-occurring population Minimum 2 years experience in a residential setting preferred. Wilderness First Responders Certification preferred Work Environment and Physical Demands Sits, stands, bends, kneels, lifts and moves intermittently during work hours. Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 60 pounds. Ability to be physically mobile, climb stairs, traverse the campus on uneven, hilly terrain. Ability to work outdoors in possible extreme weather conditions. A current, valid driver’s license and a clean driving record is required for use of company vehicles. Due to the 24/7 operational demands, must be available after normal working hours and on holidays to manage events/activities that may arise.