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Denny's

Service Assistant

Raton, NM · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

... requests as directed. * Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, service stations, and aisles ... Physical Requirements & Work Environment Physical Activity * Standing and walking for extended ...

US Navy

Surface Warfare Officer

Trinidad, CO

Key Responsibilities Direct shipboard watch teams and coordinate flight and underway operations ... staffs, and other shore activities worldwide; work in combat information centers, bridges ...

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How much do activity director jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for activity director in Raton, NM is $22.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.50 and $23.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Activity Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Activity Director, you need strong organizational skills, creativity, and experience in planning group activities, often supported by a degree in recreation, social work, or a related field. Familiarity with scheduling software, budgeting tools, and sometimes certifications like ADC (Activity Director Certified) are common requirements. Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills help motivate participants and collaborate with staff and families. These abilities are crucial for developing engaging programs that enhance participant well-being and meet regulatory standards.

How does an Activity Director typically collaborate with nursing and therapy staff in a senior living facility?

An Activity Director works closely with nursing and therapy teams to ensure that planned activities are safe, appropriate, and tailored to residents' physical and cognitive abilities. Regular meetings and ongoing communication help coordinate schedules, adapt activities for varying health needs, and support residents' overall well-being. This collaboration ensures that activities not only provide enjoyment but also align with care plans and therapeutic goals. Building strong relationships with these teams is essential for creating a supportive and engaging environment for residents.

What are Activity Directors?

Activity Directors are professionals responsible for planning, organizing, and leading recreational and social activities, typically in settings such as senior living communities, nursing homes, or rehabilitation centers. Their goal is to enhance the quality of life for participants by providing engaging programs that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. They assess residents' interests and abilities, develop activity calendars, and often coordinate events with volunteers or other staff. Activity Directors also document participation and may adapt activities to meet the needs of individuals with varying abilities.

What is the difference between Activity Director vs Recreation Therapist?

AspectActivity DirectorRecreation Therapist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certification in activity planningDegree in recreation therapy, therapeutic recreation, or related field; certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentSenior living communities, nursing homes, adult day programsHealthcare settings, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, senior care facilities
Employer & IndustryLong-term care, assisted living, senior centersHealthcare, mental health, rehabilitation, senior care

While both roles focus on engaging clients through activities, Recreation Therapists have specialized training to develop therapeutic programs that address health and recovery goals. Activity Directors primarily plan recreational activities to enhance quality of life. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Counselor-Trinidad High School

Trinidad School District #1

Trinidad, CO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

POSITION TITLE
School Counselor
QUALIFICATIONS
M.A. Degree
Valid Colorado Certificate/License-Properly Endorsed
At least three years teaching experience preferred.
REPORTS TO
Immediate Supervisor: Building Principal
JOB SUMMARY
  • The school Counselor is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and maintaining

those guidance and counseling programs and services which are designed to provide information
and direct counseling services to students, their parents and teachers; so as to facilitate the
academic, social and career growth and adjustment of each student.
  • Some duties only apply to counselors at the secondary level.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Assistance
  • Assist in the effective placement of students.
  • Assist with the registration process and scheduling when appropriate.
  • Facilitates parent support and parent education efforts as may be needed.
  • Provide students with information and assistance which they can utilize to gain understanding

and insight into their growth and adjustment problems.
  • Provide for the orientation of students new to the building and students progressing from one

educational level to another.
  • Provides information to students and staff members as the guidance and counseling services

available in the school.
  • Assists with credit recovery and on-line services when applicable.
  • Assists with gifted and talented programs in developing the ALP's.
  • Provide continuous evaluation of the guidance and counseling programs and services.
  • Identify and pursue significant personal growth activities following a systematic plan.
  • Assist in informing the community about school and its programs acting as primary contact

between school and the students home/parents.
  • Maintain appropriate records and submit required reports on time.
  • Assist in standardized test results with students, parents and staff.
  • Implement the school guidance program through the use of effective instructional skills and

carefully plan the structure of group sessions for all students.
  • Counselors will abide by a dress code which demonstrates professionalism with students,

parents, and other staff members.
  • Interpreting cognitive, aptitude and achievement tests.
  • Assisting students in maintain a high rate of attendance.
  • Providing counseling to students who are tardy or absent
  • Providing counseling to students as to appropriate school dress
  • providing teachers with suggestions for effective classroom management as it relates to specific students
  • helping the school principal identify and resolve student issues, needs, and problems
  • advocating for students at individual education plan meeting, student study teams and school attendance review boards (truancy)
  • analyzing disaggregated data
  • building assessment coordinator
  • support students for post-secondary education by assisting with scholarship applications
  • pulling weekly eligibility for the staff
  • monitoring attendance
  • organizing and attending attendance meeting with administration, students and parents for truancy

Special Education
  • Direct, coordinate and facilitate the referral process for RTI (Response to Intervention)
  • Under the direction of the Administrator, plans and implements particular family support

intervention efforts through IEP (Individual Education Plan) staffing or DHS (Department
Human Services) referrals.
  • Assist school personnel in identifying students in need of special help, providing such help

if possible and facilitating referral assistance if needed.
  • Provide information to teachers concerning new methods, techniques and trends for

working with traditional and non-traditional learning students.
  • Assist students with short term support and guidance and when appropriate refer students to

mental health professional.
  • Assist in testing services.
  • Assist in supplementary testing and interpretation for specialized needs.

Student Career Development
  • Collaborate with post-secondary schools when applicable.
  • Facilitate the admission and scholarship process for post-secondary education when applicable.
  • Provide students with appropriate career information assisting them in developing career plans

and choices when applicable.
  • Supervise the maintenance of cumulative records, insuring appropriate and accurate information

is recorded and see that students are assigned appropriate classes for graduation requirement
where applicable.
  • Provide students with appropriate career information, assisting them in developing career and

choices when applicable.
Have an understanding of:
  • Power School (all sections)
  • Alpine
  • NWEA
  • Pearson Access Next-CMAS/PARCC rosters and accommodations
  • College Board (SAT-PSAT accommodations)
  • SAT roster services
  • ICAP
  • Kite-DLM testing for Severe Needs Students (and other assessments for severe needs students)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Ten, eleven or twelve month year. Salary and work year is to be established by the Trinidad School District #1 Board of Education.
Staff Signature: Date:
Supervisor: Date:
Revised: 8/2017

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