Activities Coordinator

Activities Coordinator

Location: Santa Cruz, CA

Schedule: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Department: Residential

Reports To: Core Program Manager

Pay Range: $26.00‑$28.00/hr

Bonus: $150 Sign-On Bonus & $150 Retention Bonus

Founded in 1975, Aspiranet is a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping families thrive. We provide a continuum of care across California through six service divisions:
Foster and Adoption, Transitional Aged Youth, Residential, Intensive Home-Based Services, Behavioral Health, and Family and Community. Our goal is to build a future where every child is loved, every family is supported, and every individual is equipped to succeed.

The Activities Coordinator supervises, protects, and cares for youth individually and in group settings. This role develops, organizes, and evaluates recreational activities that promote positive development, skill-building, and emotional wellness.

• Recreational Planning & Coordination
  • Develop monthly recreational activity plans within assigned budget limits.
  • Organize and secure resources needed to carry out approved activity plans.
  • Evaluate the success of activities, incorporate youth and staff input, and submit plans for approval.
  • Ensure adequate staffing and supervision for all activities.
• Youth Supervision & Support
  • Provide consistent supervision during all recreational activities.
  • Set clear boundaries and limits to support safe and appropriate behavior.
  • Note youth progress, identify needs for professional services, and communicate findings to staff.
  • Maintain safe environments and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
• Documentation & Compliance
  • Document incidents and interventions using staff logs and incident report forms.
  • Maintain confidentiality of youth and case information in accordance with licensing and agency standards.
  • Report violations of State or Agency regulations, including mandated reporting of suspected abuse.
• Professional Collaboration & Conduct
  • Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and briefings.
  • Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and responsiveness.
  • Maintain professional boundaries with staff, clients, and community partners.
  • Represent Aspiranet with professionalism at all times.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Core Program Manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in a Community Care Licensing–approved discipline preferred (equivalent training/experience considered).
• Two years of experience planning and supervising recreational activities required.
• Fifteen units of college coursework in child development and/or behavior management.
• Ability to actively participate in youth activities, lift up to 25 lbs, walk up to one mile, and respond safely to emergencies.
• Ability to implement non-restraint safety interventions and support youth in crisis situations.
• Meets all state-required employment conditions, including:
• DOJ fingerprint and Child Abuse Index clearance
• TB/Health physical
• Valid CA Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and proof of insurance

• Work occurs in residential and recreational environments with typically quiet noise levels.
• Must be able to bend, reach, sit, stand, supervise youth, and respond quickly to emergent situations.
• Requires the ability to drive agency vehicles (cars, vans, etc.).

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Access to the free Aspiranet Employee Perks Program—exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, wellness, pet care, gym memberships, theme parks, and more.
• Flexible paid time off including 11 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 10 sick leave days, two diversity days, and paid birthday time off.
• Access to an employee assistance program with a 24/7 crisis line and up to 6 counseling sessions per issue.
• Training opportunities to support ongoing development and career aspirations.
• Collaborate in a supportive, inclusive, and mission-aligned culture.
• Opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives that support employee wellbeing.

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