POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for planning and leading social and recreational activities to improve clients' physical, mental, and social well-being. Additional duties as assigned.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize and lead activities such as sports, exercise, nature study, games, arts and crafts, and social events.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to select appropriate activities for clients based on their needs and abilities.
• Manage inventory and maintain equipment.
• Coordinate with external agencies for outings, entertainment, and volunteer support.
• Ensure timely billing for activities and transport clients to scheduled events using the van.
• Contribute to team meetings and staff conferences on client progress and program development.
• Assist with paraprofessional counseling and lead educational, social, and vocational activities.
• Monitor and document client progress in activities.
• Provide medical attention for injuries during outings and ensure client safety.
• Schedule activities to support clients' rehabilitation and personal growth.
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to safety procedures.
• Foster a positive work environment and maintain professional relationships with clients.
• Complete duties promptly and attend work consistently.
• Perform other duties as required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Ability to plan and organize recreational and social activities.
• Ability to assess clients for dangerousness and intervene in
• a timely, calm and appropriate manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Qualifications

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES

High school graduate and two (2) years of college toward a degree in Recreation, Behavioral Sciences or a related area

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

Six (6) months of successful experience in a recreational setting.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Community Care Licensing (CCL) background clearance.
• Valid California Driver's license.
• TB clearance.
• Driving record acceptable for coverage by Gateways insurance carrier.
• Fire and Safety Training*.
• First Aid Training Certification*.
• CPR Certification*.
• Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI)**

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job you must be able to carry out all essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Employee will be required to lift and/or move unassisted up to 25 pounds.

• Schedule/ Shift: Tuesday - Saturday 8am - 5pm

• Benefits:

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances)

• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix Offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).)

• 401k (eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1)

• Short Term Disability Insurance

• Term Life Insurance Plan

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.