Recreation Respite - South - DSP-PD-GLOW

• Full-time, Direct Support Professional.
• Monday through Friday
• Weekday shifts typically run 1pm-9pm
• Occasionally Saturday shifts, typically run 8am-4pm

• FUN, FUN, FUN
• Enjoy interacting with others.
• Being involved with attending and scheduling outings in the surrounding area.
• I.e. Bowling, movies, concerts, shopping, and etc.
• Assistance with contacting individuals, programs, and/or families regarding events.
• Transports individuals to and from activities with agency vehicle
• Documents all program data accurately and timely.

• Provides excellent customer service and acts as a role model to others.
• Ability to effectively coach individuals to achieve success in the community and in group settings.
• Possesses strong eye for detail.
• Possesses strong communication skills.
• Possesses some computer skills.

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• Valid NYS driver's license with a safe driving record

• Opportunity to grow and advance in a meaningful, rewarding career
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick time available for all employees
• Paid holidays (8 holidays)
• 401(k) with agency match up to 5%
• College Tuition Assistance
• Affordable medical insurance with agency funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Starting rate of pay is $19.25/hour

Summary:

In order to enhance the quality of life of individuals supported in the Community Service Program, this position will research, plan, coordinate, and participate in a variety of social and recreational opportunities, act as the Special Olympics liaison, and ensure opportunities are optimized for individuals supported.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate a variety of social and recreational opportunities based on the interests of the individuals supported.
• Work with regional Special Olympics council to identify events, enroll interested individuals, ensure appropriate paperwork is completed, and coordinate transportation to practices and regional events.
• Serve as a Direct Support Professional, providing hands on support as needed, including assistance with activities of daily living as needed.
• Coordinate larger recreation events within the southern region
• Attend life plan and team meetings as applicable for individuals that participate in the program
• Participates in quality assurance and compliance activities as required.
• May require travel as part of this position.

Nonessential Functions:

• Participation on agency committees and at agency functions.
• Any other applicable duties as assigned by supervisor. 

Reporting Responsibilities

Reports to:  Respite Coordinator

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises:  None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires attentive listening skills, excellent oral and written communication skills and good reading abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Positive relationship building skills
• Basic computer skills.
• Be a positive role model and possess good interpersonal skills.
• Work independently.
• Provides excellent customer service and act as a role model to others.
• Ability to effectively coach individuals to achieve success in the community and in group settings.

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Be physically able to assist individuals in transferring from wheelchair to other seat when needed.
• Walk up and down stairs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid NYS driver's license with a safe driving record

Working Conditions:

• Will be required to use office equipment, i.e., phone, copier, fax, and computer
• Work will require offsite travel to sites, meetings, conferences and trainings.