Therapeutic Activities Coordinator

2 days ago

Waverly, Tennessee, United States Wayne Halfway House, Inc. Full time

Location: Wayne Halfway House, Inc. / Aspen Youth Academy

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: Varies (including evenings, weekends, and holidays)

Position Summary: The Therapeutic Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating structured therapeutic, recreational, and life-skills activities while supporting behavioral stability and crisis intervention for residents in a residential treatment setting. This role ensures daily schedules and program activities are followed and helps maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. The Therapeutic Activities Coordinator may function as a Youth Services Officer (YSO) as needed to maintain required staffing ratios.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, organize, and facilitate therapeutic, recreational, educational, and life-skills activities.

  • Develop age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate programming.

  • Encourage resident participation while maintaining structure and expectations.

  • Lead small group activities and assist with larger group programming.

  • Adapt activities to meet individual and group needs.

  • Support daily schedules and structured programming.

  • Provide crisis support and assist with de-escalation.

  • Observe resident behavior and communicate concerns to supervisory or clinical staff.

  • Establish positive rapport and mentor residents.

  • Attend required trainings and meetings.

  • Participate in the BMS program as required.

  • Follow all policies, procedures, and licensure requirements.

  • Demonstrate cultural competence and support diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.

  • No felony convictions (background check required).

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • Experience in residential care, behavioral health, youth services, or recreation preferred.

  • Degree in a related field preferred but not required.

  • Valid driver's license and ability to transport youth as needed.

  • Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress situations.

Skills & Abilities:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Excellent organization and time-management skills.

  • Ability to creatively plan and lead activities.

  • Ability to adapt to program needs.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Waverly, TN Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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