Site Based Respite South - Recreation Specialist-FT-GLOW

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.