What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Coordinator position at Vive Adolescent Care?
About Us
VIVE Adolescent Care is a Joint Commission Accredited inpatient acute stabilization facility serving youth in crisis. Our mission is to provide short-term, individualized, and compassionate care to adolescents and their families during mental health emergencies.
We treat youth struggling with:
- Suicidal ideation
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Self-harm or harm to others
- Drug addiction or overdose
- Other mental health crises
Job Summary
We are seeking a dependable, energetic, and creative Activities Coordinator to lead therapeutic and recreational programming for youth in treatment. In this role, you’ll provide care, ensure safety, and create structure through engaging, therapeutic, skill-based group activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and lead therapeutic, life-skills, and recreational activities for adolescent clients
- Encourage participation in group activities
- Supervise and ensure safety during all scheduled programming
- Reinforce treatment goals through structured engagement and positive interaction
- Collaborate with clinical and medical teams to support individualized treatment plans
- Accurately document attendance, behavior, and participation
- Maintain appropriate boundaries and demonstrate empath without enabling
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
Qualifications
- Must be 19 years or older
- High school diploma or GED (required)
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
- Ability to stay calm, set boundaries, and respond compassionately under pressure
- Experience in behavioral or mental health settings (preferred)
Schedule
- Weekday Shifts:
- Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM-5:00 pm and 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Weekend Shifts:
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM and/or 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM and/or 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $18–$20/hour
- Job Type: Full Time
- Benefits options for Full Time
Work Location
- In-person only
- St. George, UT
Join Our Mission
If you’re passionate about mental health, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to make a difference in the lives of struggling adolescents — we want to meet you.
Apply today and become part of a team that’s providing hope, exceeding expectations, and changing lives.
Salary : $18 - $20