ACTIVITY COORDINATOR

Activities Coordinator Foundations Recovery Network (FRN) is the premier provider of integrated treatment for co-occurring addiction and mental health concerns, offering residential and outpatient services nationwide. Located in the serene forest foothills of northern Georgia, Black Bear Lodge is a 144- bed place of solace and healing for those individuals suffering from addiction and mental health issues. We are a residential treatment center offering a comprehensive, integrated program that addresses the needs of the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our system of care is personalized, evidence-based, and research-proven. Patients can self-reflect and find strength for life change amid the beauty of the expansive sky and the natural tranquility that characterizes our location. Responsibilities Black Bear Lodge Activities Coordinator Foundations Recovery Network (FRN) is the premier provider of integrated treatment for co-occurring addiction and mental health concerns, offering residential and outpatient services nationwide. Located in the serene forest foothills of northern Georgia, Black Bear Lodge is a 144- bed place of solace and healing for those individuals suffering from addiction and mental health issues. We are a residential treatment center offering a comprehensive, integrated program that addresses the needs of the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our system of care is personalized, evidence-based, and research-proven. Patients can self-reflect and find strength for life change amid the beauty of the expansive sky and the natural tranquility that characterizes our location. Benefits For Activities Coordinator Include Caring, challenging, and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation Great Multi-disciplinary Team Career Development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries What do our current employees like about working at Black Bear? Opportunity for growth and development Doing work that is purposeful Love what we do here for patients Feels like being a part of a family No two days are ever the same Challenging environment with great personal reward Qualifications Position Summary This position provides leadership and oversight of the adventure program and all associated activities within the facility. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Provides supervision of residential activities and adventure program activities. Proposes, develops and implements plans for enhancing the activities program towards increasing the clinical benefits of the adventure experience with the facility. Collaborates with Lead RA to confirm scheduling of RA staff to balance both quality and efficiency of offsite coverage. Oversees adventure and activities program schedule to meet the unique needs of patient population and any unique service groups, based on level of care, balancing both quality and efficiency. Develops relationships with local businesses to collaborate on creating approved activity schedule that matches appropriate level of care of patients at facility. Works with supervisor to create and submit purchase requests on determined basis for approval of weekly activities and events, or needed supplies Coordinates with supervisor to facilitate therapeutic activity groups. Ensures appropriate documentation of all activities and groups. Must have an understanding and sensitivity to diverse cultures. Regularly provides training to Black Bear Lodge staff on adventure and activities program processes and models. Ensures that all Activities staff adhere to strict standards of confidentiality Education And Experience Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy or related social service or Outdoor Education field preferred Preferred Certified Recreation Therapist Preferred 2 years of previous adventure program facilitation, residential programming, and work with the co-occurring population Minimum 2 years experience in a residential setting preferred. Wilderness First Responders Certification preferred Must have a valid driver's license with a trustworthy driving history EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. 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