Social Recreation Activity Coordinator

OPTIONS Family of Services, a local non-profit organization, strives to help people with intellectual disabilities meet their wants and desires as citizens within their community. We serve 200 people from Paso Robles to Santa Maria. Daily, we improve the lives of those we serve.

We are currently looking for part time Social Recreation Activity Coordinator to work part time in San Luis Obispo.

Job Overview
The Social Recreation Activity Coordinator plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for adults with intellectual disabilities. This position involves planning, organizing, and implementing engaging activities tailored to the interests and abilities of attendees. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with the individuals with disabilities and a strong background in recreational therapy or related fields.

Duties

• Plan and facilitate a variety of recreational activities that promote social interaction and mental stimulation among residents.
• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as needed during scheduled activities.
• Maintain an organized schedule of events and ensure all necessary materials are prepared in advance.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff and other stakeholders to promote participation in activities.
• Document participation and feedback from participants to continually improve programming.
• Provide support to participants, fostering a positive environment that encourages engagement.
• Conduct pre-admission screening and interest inventories
• Coordinate staffing for events and clubs

Requirements

• Previous experience in event planning or coordinating activities within assisted living or long-term care settings is preferred.
• Background in recreational therapy or social work is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with individuals, their families, and team members.
• Experience working with people with disabilities is preferred.
• Ability to manage schedules effectively while being adaptable to changing needs of participants.
• This position requires a dedicated individual who can create meaningful experiences for adults with disabilities while ensuring their safety and comfort. If you have a passion for enhancing the lives of others through engaging activities, we encourage you to apply.

We are looking for someone interested in either a part time or full time position. Hours for a part time position would be approximately 1-7pm Tues-Saturday. Full time hours will be approximately 10-6:30pm Tues-Saturday.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Working with individuals with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• California Driver's license & 2 years of driving experience (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24