Activities Instructor - WINGS Piedmont

AMIkids Piedmont was founded in 1996 to operate South Carolina DJJ's Piedmont Wilderness Institute. In response to changing demands of DJJ, AMIkids has transformed its program to AMIkids WINGS Piedmont, an female-only residential program with a 20‑bed capacity.

Programming for adolescent girls is uniquely different than programming for boys. Research has shown girls are more likely to be committed to residential program for less serious offenses than boys, and a majority of girls who are committed have diagnosed mental health problems, a history of traume and loss, and have suffered sexual or physical abuse. Providers of residential care for girls must have a deep understanding of differences between girls and boys in the juvenile justice system, and provide research‑based programing that directly responds to those differences.

The Activities Instructor is responsible for the implementation and coordination of experiential and recreational instruction for students, including but not limited to indoor, outdoor, and off‑site activities. The Activities Instructor will supervise student activities as required.

• Teach and coach student assigned activities
• Maintain activity plans for area of responsibility and coordinate all activities with the Program Manager/Director of Operations
• Maintain appropriate materials, equipment, and resources
• Evaluate students' knowledge and abilities through both written and practical examinations and certify students in accordance with relevant certification guidelines
• Maintain records of students' progress in certification and curriculum‑based classes
• Maintain relevant industry certifications
• Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification by nationally recognized organization
• Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with National standards
• Attend and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements
• Prevent and intervene in student altercations and incidents, using authorized state‑mandated training methods
• Ensure safety, supervision, advising, counseling, and role modeling aha for the students
• Adhere to all contract and state educational guidelines and Quality Improvement requirements
• Actively participate in day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, ground maintenance, and equipment relocation
• Ability to obtain and maintain Lifeguard certification and Challenge Course instructor certification
• Transport students and may drive for other work‑related tasks
• Position requires driving on a regular basis
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

• High Drain Diploma or equivalent
• Four (4) years related experience (e.g., aquatics instruction, ropes course, etc.)

As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids'' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within
• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plan options;
  Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance, and AD&D
• PTO & Paid Holidays
Wellness Benefits – EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, voluntary 403(b) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more.

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