Salary
$17.50 Per Hour
Start Date
August 9, 2021
Are you looking for a rewarding and creative work environment?
We are seeking to hire an Activities Specialist to be part of our dynamic team making a difference in the lives of people served. At GROW Associates, Inc. we are committed to providing quality opportunities for people we serve guided by the values of respect, dignity and independence.
Activities Specialist
** $2,000 New Hire Sign- On Bonus**
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am- 4pm
Generous Benefits Package:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
- 4 weeks of Paid Time Off annually, 5 weeks after 2 years and 6 weeks after 5 years.
- 11 Paid Holidays.
- Paid Birthday Day off.
- $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap.
- Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance.
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan.
- Flexible Spending Account/Dependent Care Account.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club Membership.
- Professional Development and Education Assistance.
- Free on-site parking.
Responsibilities:
- Act as an advocate and protect the rights and interests of people served.
- Provide opportunities for the people served by organizing, developing and implementing individual and/or group activities which are socially enriching in the community.
- Participate alongside the people served in various community activities (recreational activities, volunteering, educational classes)
- Assist people served to identify and make choices for activities that are oriented toward their ISP goals and objectives.
- Attend and participate in scheduled meetings and trainings as required.
- Complete and maintain accurate and current programmatic documentation as required.
- Participate as a member of the Individual Service Plan (ISP) team by advocating for the needs of the person served, and attending treatment team meetings as needed.
- Assist with the daily needs for people served.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED and at least 2 years of direct care experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a culturally diverse population of individuals, co-workers, care providers, family, community members and others.
- Ability to write clear, concise and accurate documentation.
- Ability to lift 30 pounds as needed.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
- Current First Aid, CPR and Crisis Intervention certificates or be able to obtain these within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Pass criminal background check (CORI) and National Fingerprint Background Check.