Activities Coordinator

Description

Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people who are just like you! Benchmark is a national leader in providing programs to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. Our Day Services in Vineland, NJ is seeking an Activities Coordinator to help plan and implement community interactive experiences for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Successful applicants will attend paid training to obtain required certifications.

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential.  We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day.  We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

Activities Coordinator Schedule: Monday- Friday 8am-4pm

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Employee discounts with various vendors
• Life Insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Advancement opportunities
• Employee Referral bonuses

Responsibilities Include:

• Helps plan and implement community interactive experiences and interest-based classes as specified in each client's individual support plan (ISP).
• Provide training to clients in all identified areas and function as part of the interdisciplinary team
• Completes documentation as required by state and federal regulations.
• Complies with behavior support policies and procedures and implements approved behavior support programs.
• Maintains certification in medication administration, CPR and First Aid.
• Attends departmental meetings.
• Attends all required training and provides HR with updated personal information as mandated.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to supervisor or department head.
• Complies with all standards to assure the health and safety of all staff and clients we serve.
• Complies with and implements all protocols for individuals including but not limited to: high risk plans, dining plans, seizure management plans, positioning schedules, etc.
• Report to work as scheduled.
• Coordinates activities for Consumers being served within Day Program.
• Ability to create and manage tasks performed by others
• Effective communication skills with staff, management, individuals and other internal and external stakeholders

General Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License
• 3 years Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities
• 1 year supervisory experience in Group home or Day Program setting
• Experience with planning/organizing/executing activities
• High school diploma or equivalent

Interested candidates can apply online at www.BenchmarkHS.com/Careers
Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.