Activity Treatment Specialist

3 weeks ago

Grand Rapids, United States Wedgwood Christian Services Full time

**Activity Treatment Specialist (FT) - Audere Program**:
**What you’ll do**

Working in one of our residential homes alongside our experienced care team, you’ll plan and organize activities that align with the treatment plans tailored to meet the needs of youth ages 17-18 in our program.

Additionally, you’ll mentor clients, teach staff how to engage in therapeutic and fun activities, and create a warm, loving home for teens who are preparing for independent or community living.

**Compensation + Collaboration**

We’re starting team members at up to $23 per hour with a generous benefits package. You’ll join a passionate, purposeful, and collaborative team who is committed to doing what it takes to give youth a brighter future.

**Let’s be honest**

We won’t sugarcoat this. Some days are going to be tough. Those in our care have been abused and neglected, have histories of mental health challenges, and some are involved in the juvenile justice system. Their trauma is real. They’re short on trust and sometimes quick to anger. They’re not used to caring adults who show up day after day.

**But you will. You were built for this.**

**Hours**: Monday - Thursday 1-9pm; every other weekend rotating between 1st and 2nd shift.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college as well as one year of relevant experience is preferred.
- Or
- High school diploma with two years of related experience required.
- Prior experience working with adolescents with in providing activity treatment services is required.
- Experience working with individuals with emotional/behavioral disorders is preferred.
- Possess demonstrated skills in various leisure time activities (i.e. arts and crafts, music, sports, camping, etc.)
- For transportation purposes, must have a valid driver’s license
- Subscription to Wedgwood Christian Services statement of faith and agreement with the goals, purpose, and objectives of the agency.

**Benefits**:

- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Low-cost medical plans with great coverage options
- Holistic dental and vision plans
- Pet insurance
- Legal insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- A Locally Partnered Employee Assistance Program
- Competitive time off
- Direct deposit
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through PSLF
- Paid Holidays
- We also offer a variety of employer paid benefits for full time staff
- Short term disability
- Long term disability
- Life insurance up to 2x your annual salary
- No-cost, employer paid training and re-certification provided to staff
- Wedgwood has full gymnasium and state-of-the art 24-hour wellness center filled with a wide variety of workout equipment, available to staff at no cost.
- Walking trail that leads around the beautiful campus.

**Wedgwood Christian Services**

Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest problems facing children and families through residential care, counseling services and community programs. Leaning on our faith and core values of integrity, compassion, excellence, and diversity, we tackle the crucial work of supporting and restoring the wellbeing of all those who call West Michigan home.

**Mission**: Wedgwood Christian Services extends God's love to youth, adults, and families through professional counseling and educational services.

**Core Values**: Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Diversity

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