Job Description

SEEKING A FULL TIME COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT SPECIALIST FOR EASTER SEALS!

Easter Seals is dedicated to helping people with disabilities to have the opportunity to live, work, and play in their community. If you have a passion for empowering others, this may be the perfect job for you!

EASTER SEALS ADULT DAY PROGRAMS ARE LOOKING FOR PASSIONATE INDIVIDUALS WHO:

· Enjoy supporting adults with developmental disabilities to be a known and valued member of his/her local community.

· Understand and embrace the core concepts of Person-Centered Thinking, Home and Community based services and the Mission, Vision & Values of the agency.

· Demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural preferences, values and lifestyles of coworkers, individuals and families served.

DAY SHIFTS AVAILABLE! 5 DAYS PER WEEK, 7.5 HOURS PER DAY

$18.00 PER HOUR

Adult day programs are person-centered and designed to establish and maintain integrated community opportunities for the individuals we serve.

As a Community Enrichment Specialist, you will:

· Survey individuals served to assess desires for community involvement and exploration.

· Coordinate integrated community opportunities based on feedback received from individuals served.

· Exemplify outstanding customer service by being immediately accessible to provide community related support to individuals served.

· Build and maintain strong community connections to further grow the accessibility and opportunities provided to individuals.

· Provide Mobility Training to individuals, depending on individualized need, utilizing public transportation, para-transit, Uber, Lyft, Taxi services, etc.

· Required to obtain and retain at least five (5) community volunteer sites, and two (2) potential sites for integrated employment exploration per year.

REQUIREMENTS:

· Associate of Arts degree in a field related to human service, social work, special education, recreational therapy, or business is desired.

· Two (2) years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

· Prior supervisory experience preferred or demonstrated leadership potential.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CPR / First Aid Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location

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