Activites Manager

Brief Description

The Activities Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of activities, which not only engage guests but also promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Other duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

General Activities

• Develop and maintain a schedule of a variety of activities and effectively communicate it to guests and staff
• Execute activities, ensuring they are engaging and tailored to the needs and interests of guests
• Participate in the coordination and physical set-up and breakdown of activities
• Focus on creating activities that enrich guests’ lives with mental, physical, and spiritual exercise and socialization
• Maintaining records of activities, guest engagement, and program effectiveness, making adjustments as needed
• Adapt activities to meet the diverse needs of guests, including those with disabilities or special needs
• Promoting activities, encouraging participation, and fostering a sense of community among guests
• Ensure a safe environment for all guests, adhering to relevant safety regulations and guidelines
• Uphold and maintain GRM’s Standard of Excellence and culture
• Manage the activities budget, including purchasing supplies and equipment, always utilizing donations first
• Oversee and supervise guests/volunteers assisting and participating in GRM’s activities
• Gathering feedback, evaluating program effectiveness, and making improvements based on data
• Work in collaboration with other community-facing teams and at GRM events as assigned
• Record and report outcomes of GRM program efforts as outlined in the department playbook
  
  

Essential Experience, Skills, And Competencies

• Maintain a professional demeanor and foster a supportive work environment based on love, grace, dignity, and respect
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Proven ability to write concisely, to express thoughts clearly, and to develop ideas in logical sequence
• Independent problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to implementing solutions
• Work in collaboration with other community-facing teams at GRM
  
  

Focus

• Plan and Organize – creating activity schedules, managing budgets, and coordinating with other staff members to ensure smooth execution of activities
• Community Building – Building strong relationships with guests
• Communication – Aim to promote engagement, social interaction, and mental and physical stimulation through diverse activities
  
  

Professional Development

• Satisfy all pieces of training as assigned by the manager (onboarding, basic training, OPPD, etc.)
• Attend staff meetings as directed
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in recreation, social work, therapeutic recreation, or a related field is preferred, or 2 years of professional experience coordinating and supervising recreation activities, event planning, or special events
• Nonprofit experience and familiarity with serving those in recovery and homeless populations preferred
• Proficient in verbal and written communication
• Expert user of Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient and meticulous attention to detail, active listener, and problem solver
• Maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License and have a clean driving record
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
• Must be Christian, living a life dedicated to Christ, and be an instrument of God’s love, grace, hope, and forgiveness to all
  
  

Physical Demands

• Some local travel to other locations for business-related needs or events
• Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  
  

Mental Demands

• The population we serve is typically in crisis. This can cause emotional stress and compassion fatigue. GRM highly promotes employee self-care
  
  

Employment Status

• Full-time 40 hours per week exempt; eligible for paid time off; eligible for benefits
• Anticipate Flexible Schedule - This position may require attending weekend and evening events
• BFOQ (Bona Fide Occupational Qualification) Faith-aligned
  
  

Reports to: Program Services Director

Starting rate of pay: 40,000.00

Summary

Consistent with our formation and purpose, all employees of GRM, upon hire and continuously while employed must:

• Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
• Agree in principle and practice with our Statement of Faith
• Uphold our Mission, Core Values, and our Christian Code of Conduct, maintaining a lifestyle of integrity, honesty, and responsibility
• Role-model Christ-like attributes and values through our personal actions, words, and attitudes
  
  

Gospel Rescue Mission is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit religious organization that provides social service programs to the homeless and working poor populations. Everything we do in this ministry should be centered in the will of God and in honoring the name of Jesus Christ

It is the policy of Gospel Rescue Mission to complete a background check, drug test, and motor vehicle authorization (as applicable) once a conditional offer of employment has been made