Assistant Recreational Specialist

Looking for enthusiastic and attentive Assistant Recreational Specialists to support and motivate individuals with special needs. Respite is all about encouraging our groups to socialize, experience new and fun activities, while families receive the respite they need. We have part-time and per diem positions available. 

Position Summary: 

• The Assistant Recreational Specialist (ARS) is responsible for implementing person-centered services for each individual. This includes ensuring the implementation of the individual’s services by offering choice.In addition, the ARS is directly responsible for the individual’s overall physical and emotional well-being. Participate in planning trips and activities based on the group’s preferences. 

• Must be able to communicate professionally and positively with families and supervisor. 

• Must have excellent written skills. 

• Must be organized and submit documentation in a timely manner. 

• Must be able to work weekends or evenings 

• Clean driver's license with experience driving a 10 or 15 passenger van preferred 

• One or more years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. 

• CPR/First Aid certification preferred. 

Minimum Education: 

High school diploma or GED 

Preferred Education: 

Associate's degree or equivalent 

Experience: 

Minimum 1 year in the field with experience 

License/Certification Needed? License 

If so, please specify: Clean driver’s license 

Requirements: 

•  Must be able to work weekends or evenings 
•  Experience driving a 10 or 15 passenger van preferred, with clean driving record 
•  Responsible for planning trips and activities based on the group’s preferences. 
• Must be able to communicate professionally and positively with families and supervisor. 
• Must be organized and submit documentation in a timely manner 
• Good computer skills preferred 

  Benefits

  What we offer once YOU join our growing family:

  At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect:

• Paid time off (holidays, vacation in accordance with school calendar, sick and personal)
• Professional development opportunities
• Team environment
• Medical and dental benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Optional insurance (life, disability, etc.)
• 403(B) retirement plans
• Flexible spending account (dependent care, medical, parking, and transit)
• Employee assistance program

• HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to Leaves@heartshare.org.

   

  About HeartShare

  Who WE ARE:

  For over one hundred years, HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team, now 2,100 employees and growing, helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives.

  To learn more about HeartShare, please visit our website at www.heartshare.org or Follow us on Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook

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