Activity Specialist

Activity Specialist

Salary Range $18.28 - $18.28 Hourly Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Diploma or Equivalent Travel Percentage Up to 25%

Heart Share St. Vincent's Services (HSVS) is currently seeking Summer Activity Specialists & Adult Activity Specialist to plan, lead, and supervise recreational and theme-based activities for participants in our Summer Camp program and Adult (Art-Focused) programming. The Summer Activity Specialists role plays a key part in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment that supports youth development and promotes positive experiences throughout the summer from July
- August 2026. The Adult Activity Specialist (Art-Focused) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading engaging art-based activities for adult participants. This role fosters creativity, self-expression, and social interaction through a variety of artistic mediums while creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Summer Activity Specialists must be available to work Monday
- Friday, 9-6 PM.

Adult Activity Specialists must be available to work Monday
- Friday, 2-6 PM (September-June) 6-8 PM (July-August)

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:

• Assist in the development of age-appropriate activities in one or more discipline or content area
• Provide direct supervision of youth activities
• Submit weekly activity plans
• Lead activities related to recreation and theme-based such as (Arts, Dance, STEM, Literacy, Nutrition, or Organized sports.
• Assist in maintaining daily attendance records for program participants
• Assist in the provision of basic counseling services as needed (peer mediation, self-control, decision making)
• Accompany youth on cultural and recreational field trips
• Assist in ensuring a safe environment for program participants
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere;
  Collaborate with other staff members to coordinate group activities
• Actively participate in all professional development sessions, supervision, and team meetings
• Maintain and organize activities and equipment

Additionally, the Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Adult Activity Specialist Position:

• Plan and implement structured, theme-based art activities aligned with Cornerstone program goals (e.g., community voice, cultural expression, wellness)
• Facilitate a variety of art forms, including painting, drawing, crafts, mixed media, and group art projects
• Create inclusive, participant-centered activities that reflect the interests and cultures of the community
• Encourage social interaction, collaboration, and self-expression among participants
• Adapt activities to meet the needs of diverse populations, including older adults and individuals with varying abilities
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and respectful program environment
• Prepare and manage materials, ensuring proper use and storage of supplies
• Track attendance, document participation, and contribute to program reports as required by DYCD
• Support outreach efforts by promoting activities and encouraging consistent participation
• Collaborate with other staff to support intergenerational and community-wide events
• Assist in the development of age-appropriate activities in one or more disciplines or content areas
• Provide direct supervision of youth activities
• Assist in maintaining daily attendance records for program participants
• Assist in the provision of basic counseling services as needed (peer mediation, self-control, decision making)
• Accompany Adults on cultural and recreational field trips
• Assist in ensuring a safe environment for program participants
• Actively participate in all professional development sessions, supervision, and team meetings

• High School diploma (Required)
• Associate's degree in child development, recreation, or a related field (preferred)
• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience working with youth in child development, recreation, or a related field

Heartshare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to Leaves.