Job Description

Activities Technician

FT / PT Status – Part-Time
Salary – $16.39 - $25.96 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Tiffany Wagner | twagner@utah.gov | 801-763-4070
Application Deadline – 06/21/2026

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position:

• Implementing and independently running planned activities
• Attending and assisting with all group activities
• Completing all required and annual documentation
• Learning to communicate with the intellectually disabled population and understanding their needs
• Assisting with Greenhouse duties as needed
• Working as a member of the interdisciplinary team
• Acting as a resource to team members, participating in team and professional meetings and giving input as to the needs of clients
• Ensuring the safety and maintenance of physical areas and equipment used during therapy/treatment
• Developing appropriate safety and/or service plans to alleviate risk, provide protection, etc.
• Inspecting facilities, machinery, equipment, systems, etc., to verify safety, maintenance, conditions, functions, and quality
• Detecting, eliminating or minimizing safety hazards
• Cleaning, and/or disinfecting areas and/or equipment
• Ensuring confidentiality for the individuals by directing questions/requests to appropriate parties

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• This position requires you to be able to lift up to 50 pounds or 1/4 of your body weight, whichever is less with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must be flexible with work schedule to meet the needs of the agency.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills using email, Internet, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) in a professional office setting.

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:

• One or more years of full time, paid experience working with intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals.
• Previous work experience in recreation/leisure skills training
• Identify developmental needs of others and coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge, skills and abilities
• Treat people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
• Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
• Obtain and see to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to perform a task
• Observe details at close range and at a distance
• Observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity
• Hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity

About the Role

An Activities Technician plans, prepares, and implements leisure activities for individuals at the institutions. Works under the direction of a licensed Recreational Therapist, Program Lead, or QIDP (Qualified Intellectually Disabled Professional). Monitors and observes behavioral patterns and functions of individuals or patients. Prepares and recommends therapeutic recreation and leisure education for individual clients, groups and units, and treatment mall. May train direct care staff on leisure activities.

Location –
895 N 900 E
American Fork, Utah, 84003
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – IN - Part-time indefinitely

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
The mission of the Utah State Developmental Center is to serve as "a statewide resource center for people with disabilities while promoting opportunity through choice and outcome based support." This will be accomplished by providing critical services, support and resources for the intellectually disabled individuals that reside at our facility. For more information on USDC, click here!

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.