Activities Specialist
Listed on 2026-08-23
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Healthcare
Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Caregiver, Rehabilitation, Community Health
About the Organization ARC Voyagers is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through whole-person, person-centered services. For over 60 years, we've been meeting people where they are and helping them navigate paths toward greater independence, connection, and opportunity in Central Ohio. We provide tailored support and integrated programming to help people achieve their personal goals, whether it's finding meaningful employment, building relationships, or developing new skills.
At ARC Voyagers, we walk alongside those we serve to create lives filled with purpose, community, and possibility.
Req Number OPE-26-00046
Open Date 8/20/2026
Close Date
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Shift Days
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
Position Activities Specialist
Location Varies
Category Open Positions
Schedule:Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Hourly Wage:$18.00 an hour
Locations:- 3705 Marlane Dr, Grove City, OH 43123
- 500 N. Hamilton Rd, Gahanna, OH 43230
- 4200 Bixby Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
- Paid Time Off, holidays and leave options to balance work and personal life.
- Comprehensive health insurance provided through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA), including employer paid allowance
- 100% Employer paid dental and vision plans to meet you and your family’s healthcare needs
- $25,000 basic life insurance paid by employer
- Voluntary life, disability and other insurance plans to complement your lifestyle.
- 403(b) savings plan, with company match 50% of employee deferral up to 6%
- Access to employee assistance program
- Opportunities for training, education assistance and professional growth
At ARC Voyagers, we believe everyone deserves opportunities to build independence, develop new skills, and be an active part of their community. As an Activities Specialist, you’ll provide individualized support while creating meaningful experiences that help individuals reach their goals, explore their interests, and live life to the fullest. Here’s how you’ll make an impact:
- Provide person-centered support by following each individual’s ISP and tailoring support to their unique goals, abilities, interests, and needs.
- Create meaningful experiences by planning and leading educational, recreational, social, and community-based activities that promote engagement and personal growth.
- Encourage independence by teaching and reinforcing daily living, social, communication, and other skills that help individuals achieve greater independence.
- Promote community inclusion by supporting individuals as they participate in community activities, build relationships, and explore new experiences.
- Provide personal care and daily support as needed, including assistance with daily living activities, mobility, and personal care.
- Build confidence and self-advocacy by treating every individual with dignity and respect while encouraging them to make choices and advocate for themselves.
- Create a safe and supportive environment by following health, safety, PPE, infection control, and agency policies.
- Provide safe transportation using ARC Voyagers vehicles, including assisting individuals with entering and exiting vehicles and completing required safety checks.
- Document and communicate progress by accurately recording services, observations, and individual progress and providing input for ISP development and updates.
- Support vehicle readiness by completing routine cleaning and sanitizing and reporting maintenance or safety concerns.
- Make a lasting impact by helping individuals discover their strengths, try new things, build meaningful connections, and achieve greater independence.
- 21 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
- Positive, patient, and compassionate attitude
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while remaining professional and organized
- Passion for helping individuals achieve personal goals and community inclusion
- Ability to lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is preferred but not…
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