Top 14 Activity specialist Jobs in South Dakota

Activities Leader (Part Time)
South Dakota State Government —Yankton, SD
- $20.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- US work authorization
- Military encouraged
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Youth Mentor & Activity Specialist
Volunteers of America, Dakotas —Sioux Falls, SD
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
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Out-of-School Time Site Coordinator/Activity Specialist
Volunteers of America, Dakotas —Sioux Falls, SD
- Full-time
- School experience
- Management
- Writing skills
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Elation Properties —Brookings, SD
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Inventory management
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Head Start Early Childhood Teacher
Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership —Watertown, SD
- $16.30 - $23.86 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Client Executive
Team Wireless - Verizon Authorized Retailer —Sioux Falls, SD
- Spanish
- English
- Research
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Installer Service Specialist
O'Reilly Automotive Stores —Harrisburg, SD
- Full-time
- ASE Certification
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
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Inside Industrial Parts Representative
Malloy Electric —Sioux Falls, SD
- From $20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- English
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Industrial Machine Component Inside Sales
Malloy Electric —Sioux Falls, SD
- From $20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- English
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Industrial Product Inside Sales Representative
Malloy Electric —Sioux Falls, SD
- From $20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- English
- Office
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Outpatient Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) - Sisseton, SD
Prime Physicians —Sisseton, SD
- 12 hour shift
- Nursing
- Surgery
- BC/BE
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Inside Sales Representative - Electric Motors
Malloy Electric —Sioux Falls, SD
- From $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- English
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Enlisted Operations Careers - Military Service
U.S. Coast Guard —United States
- $32,650 - $72,540 a year
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Novartis —United States
- $77,000 - $245,700 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Military
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching

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Activities Leader (Part Time)

South Dakota State Government -
Yankton, SD

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Job Details

Part-time
$20.25 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Youth recreational activities facilitation
Record keeping
Recreation therapy
Mental health and behavioral care
Long term care experience
Pet companionship
Sports and outdoor activities
Maintaining patient confidentiality
Resident hobbies assistance
Care documentation
Special events experience
Resident rapport building
Wellness activities for care recipients
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Human Services
Fitness activities for care recipients
CNA
Leadership
Communication skills
Safety protocol implementation
Entry level

Full Job Description

Job ID: 36773
Agency: Department of Social Services / Human Services Center
Location: Yankton, SD
Salary: $20.25 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: F
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a Part-Time >= 20 Hours Weekly position with the Human Services Center. For more information on the Human Services Center, please visit https://dss.sd.gov .

Summary:

If you have a passion for helping others while creating meaningful and enjoyable experiences, we invite you to join our Recreational Therapy team at the Human Services Center.

We are currently hiring for multiple part-time Activities Leader positions across our Recreational Therapy programs. Positions may provide coverage in our Activities Center or within specialized treatment programs, depending on departmental needs.

As an Activities Leader, you will work alongside Therapeutic Recreational Specialists to provide recreational opportunities that promote physical wellness, social engagement, leisure education, and overall quality of life for the residents we serve. Through engaging recreational activities, you will help residents build healthy leisure skills, develop social connections, and achieve individualized treatment goals in a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include leading and assisting with recreational groups, fitness and wellness activities, arts and crafts, games, special events and Activity Center operations. Activities Leaders also assist with caring for therapy animals, maintaining a welcoming environment, and supporting the interdisciplinary treatment team in providing high-quality resident care.

These positions primarily work afternoon and evening hours and include an every-other-weekend rotation. Part-time employees work a minimum of 20 hours per week, with schedules varying based on program and coverage needs.

If you have a passion for bringing meaning to others' lives while having fun, we encourage you to apply.

Licenses and Certifications:

CNA certification or the ability to obtain CNA certification.
Ability to obtain Lifeguard Certification (training provided).

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

experience working in healthcare, behavioral health, long-term care, human services, recreation, or a related field;
experience leading recreational, fitness, educational, or leisure activities for individuals or group;
strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills;
a passion for helping others improve their quality of life through meaningful recreation.

Knowledge of:

recreational programming and leisure activities;
mental health, behavioral health, and dementia care principles;
person-centered programming;
documentation methods;
safety procedures related to recreational programming;
basic leadership and group facilitation techniques.

Skill to:

plan, organize, and facilitate recreational groups and individual activities;
adapt activities to meet varying physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities;
communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff;
maintain accurate documentation and records;
manage multiple priorities while maintaining a therapeutic environment.

Ability to:

work effectively with individuals of varying backgrounds, abilities, and needs in a therapeutic environment;
establish and maintain professional relationships with residents and coworkers;
demonstrate creativity, flexibility, initiative, and professionalism;
promote participation in recreational and leisure activities;
serve as a positive role model;
work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team;
respond appropriately to safety and security concerns;
effectively communicate concerns, observations, and needs to supervisors;
maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=4G8
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: [email protected]
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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