Activities Assistant

Education

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best
  
  

Canopy has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to earn this certification for 2025–2026. At Canopy, employees are committed to fostering a healthy workplace culture built on trust and driven by a shared mission: helping children thrive and empowering families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services
  
  

Activities Assistant - Position Overview

• Responsible for assisting in the ongoing development, implementation, and evaluation of all events and activities for the CARES Center.
• Assesses the interests of youth served based on observation and interviews.
• Utilizes professional knowledge and judgement to plan, coordinate, and to facilitate outings and campus wide events throughout the calendar year.
• Works with program staff to ensure activities and events align with therapeutic goals and safety precautions of youth served.
• Helps plan and manage a full summer camp program for youth in coordination with the Activities Coordinator and Recreation Therapist.
• Assists with the volunteer program at the CARES Center including recruiting, training, placement, and retention of volunteers.
• Ensures visitors and volunteers are welcomed with excellent customer service.
• Ensures refreshments are available and guests are welcomed to CARES in conjunction with CARES Receptionist.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English, and to communicate in a therapeutic and professional manner.
• Must be available to work weekend and evening hours as needed.
• Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Therapy, Education, Adaptive Physical Education, Behavioral Health or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in residential, or similar setting, with at least some experience in activities and events is preferred.
• Some experience coordinating volunteers is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.