Outpatient Activities Coordinator (Weekends) in Canaan, Connecticut at Mountainside Treatment Center

About the Position:

The Activities Coordinator plays a key role in supporting adults participating in our structured PHP (Partial Hospitalization) program, a day treatment and recovery support program. This position helps create a welcoming, engaging, and supportive environment by assisting clients with daily non-clinical needs, facilitating groups and activities, and promoting community connection throughout the treatment experience.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with individuals in recovery, thrives in a team-oriented environment, and is passionate about creating meaningful client experiences through engagement, mentorship, and support. The role combines client interaction, group facilitation, transportation support, and operational responsibilities to help ensure a safe, organized, and positive program environment.

Schedule:

Part-Time, 20 hours per week

Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 am - 7:30 pm

Your Role:

• Create a welcoming, supportive, and structured environment for clients throughout their treatment experience.
• Address day-to-day non-clinical client needs while maintaining professionalism, compassion, and strong service standards.
• Facilitate 12-Step support meetings, psychoeducational groups, life skills activities, and community-based outings.
• Support trip and activity planning, including coordinating logistics and attending outings as needed.
• Provide peer support, encouragement, and positive engagement to individuals at various stages of recovery.
• Communicate behavioral concerns, safety issues, or client-related incidents promptly to program leadership.
• Conduct routine room and community inspections to help maintain program standards and quality-of-life expectations.
• Assist clients with approved store runs and transportation needs as appropriate.
• Facilitate additional program groups and activities based on program needs.
• Ensure completion of assigned client surveys and related program documentation.
• Support the collection and documentation of toxicology screening samples in accordance with program procedures.
• Perform medication room support duties in alignment with Mountainside policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with team members across departments to help ensure an exceptional client experience.
• Safely transport clients and materials while adhering to all traffic laws, safety standards, and organizational policies.
• Conduct basic vehicle safety checks and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with operational errands including food pickup, mail delivery, supplies, and other program-related tasks.
• Provide professional and courteous assistance to passengers entering and exiting vehicles.
• Complete incident and accident reports accurately and promptly when necessary.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent - Required
• Bachelor’s Degree - Preferred
• Minimum of one year working in substance abuse or behavioral health setting - Preferred
• Minimum of one year working in customer service - Preferred
• Proficient in CPR, Heimlich Maneuver, and First Aid - Preferred
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record - Required

Compensation:

The base rate of pay for this position is $20.00 to $22.00 per hour. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Free meals while working on the Canaan campus

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.