What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities and Wellness Coordinator position at The Bradley Center?
Since 1905, The Bradley Center has continually served children and families in need. Today, the residential treatment facility provides 24 hour care and trauma-informed treatment to children who have a history of trauma and who may present with a wide range of challenges.
The Bradley Center is seeking motivated candidates who have a passion for improving the lives of children through experiential learning and programming. The Activities and Wellness Coordinator will work in the residential unit/program, and as a part of the wellness team to plan and implement meaningful activities and wellness programming for the children and youth served at Bradley.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology or other related field preferred
- Minimum of 60 college credits in social work, psychology or other related field required
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience working directly with children and adolescents in a psychiatric or residential setting preferred
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Valid driver's license and car insurance
Qualifications Best Suited for the Position
- Initiative
- Ability to work with a team to plan and implement programming
- Creativity, organization, and commitment to wellness
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Professional demeanor, sound judgment, dependability, and a strong work ethic
- Problem-solving skills
Responsibilities include:
- Plan activities that are appropriate to the population and address multiple life domains
- Participate in and/or supervise unit and agency wide activities
- Be an advocate for overall wellness of residents
- Work collaboratively with other departments in planning and supervising events
- Manage unit budget related to activities
- Student loan repayment program (We contribute directly to employee's student loan lenders)
- $1500 Sign on Bonus
- $2000 relocation assistance
- Referral bonuses
- 4 weeks of Paid Time Off in the first year of employment (rolls over year to year)
- Health, dental and vision Coverage
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Free parking and meals
- Advanced training opportunities and continuing education credits
We are committed to advocacy for children with special needs, care and compassion, and focusing on the inherent strengths of children, youth and families without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or gender. The Bradley Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.