Activity Coordinator

Company: The Arc Macon
Location: Macon
Posted on: November 17, 2021

Job Description:

The Arc Macon is looking for motivated, energetic and creative Direct Support Staff who will provide services and coordinate activities to individuals receiving support in their family homes to gain additional skills and competencies. The activity coordinator will develop and maintain a healthy and positive relationship built around open communication. The activity coordinator will encourage, coach and support each individual to develop and enhance individual skills with household maintenance and daily living tasks. The activity coordinator will promote inclusion in the community and actively seek meaningful ways for the participant to contribute. The activity coordinator will monitor, report, and document day-to-day progress on each shift utilizing Therap Electronic documentation system. The activity coordinator will provide transportation in their personal vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed). The activity coordinator will read, understand and follow the Individualized Support Plan that is generated by the individual and their support team. The activity coordinator will maintain a positive environment within the individuals home and community.

Requirements include:
A valid Georgia Drivers License
Six months experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Reliable transportation
Valid Georgia Drivers License, & proof of insurance on personal vehicle
High School Diploma or GED
CPR/First Aid Certifications*
Defensive Driving Certification* and -Safety Care -certification*

All applicants must be able to work evenings and Saturdays. This individuals home may be pet friendly, so all applicants must be comfortable with domestic pets (cats/dogs).

Required qualifications: 18 years or older
Legally authorized to work in the United States
At least high school diploma or equivalent or higher
Valid driver's license
Background check
Drug screening
Medical license/certification: CPR Certification
Medical license/certification: First Aid Certification
Reliable transportation to and from work

Keywords: The Arc Macon, Macon , Activity Coordinator, Other , Macon, Georgia