Activity Specialist

About the Role

Bring creativity, energy, and purpose to your work as an Activity Specialist  this full-time role, you'll design and lead engaging, inclusive activities that enrich the daily lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, values person‑centered support, and thrives in a collaborative environment. You'll play a key role in creating meaningful experiences that promote independence, social connection, and overall well‑being across all of our Adult Day Support programs.

For more than 70 years,
SOAR
365 has been dedicated to supporting individuals and families living with disabilities. Our innovative programs and compassionate services are thoughtfully designed to meet real‑world needs at every stage of life. Today, SOAR
365 has a profound impact on more than 2,000 people and their families across the Greater Richmond area. Whether through employment, therapy, respite, or recreation, we’re proud to help people of all abilities thrive.

We are also proud to be recognized as an Employer of Choice
, offering competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and connected to meaningful work.

The Activity Specialist plans, facilitates, and adapts group and individual activities that reflect participant interests, abilities, and goals. Responsibilities include promoting skill development in socialization, communication, daily living, and recreation; encouraging participation while honoring individual choice; and providing hands‑on support as needed. The role models positive behavior and effective communication, supports participants with daily routines and transitions, and maintains a safe, respectful environment.

The Activity Specialist collaborates closely with Direct Support Professionals and supervisors, assists with supervision during meals, outings, and community activities, maintains activity supplies and inventory, participates in trainings and meetings, and represents the program positively in the community while ensuring compliance with all policies, licensing standards, and safety requirements.

Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities or leading group activities. An associate’s degree or college coursework in human services, recreation, education, or a related field is preferred, along with experience in Adult Day Support, special education, or recreation therapy. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to motivate individuals with diverse needs, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA compliance are essential.

Candidates must have a good driving record and be able to travel between program sites, pass required background checks, and obtain or maintain CPR/First Aid certification.

• Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m.
  
  -4:30 p.m.
• NO NIGHTS or WEEKENDS

Our market‑competitive total rewards package includes:

• Merit increases
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 12 paid holidays
• Sick and vacation leave
• Immediate access to your paycheck through Zay Zoon
• Short‑ and long‑term disability benefits
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and immediate vesting
• Life insurance
• Employee development and training programs
• Wellness programs
• Discounted tuition to South University

To apply for this position, a completed SOAR
365 application is required
.

SOAR
365 is an EO/AA Employer and welcomes applicants who are Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those from other protected categories.

We are a Drug‑Free Workplace
.

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