- Salary
- $20+/hr
- Location
- Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, US
- Type
- Part-time
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
- Plan and lead weekly recreational activities for individuals with disabilities in a safe, engaging, and supportive environment.
- Publish a monthly calendar for weekend recreation programs.
- Gather, purchase, and transport program supplies needed for activities.
- Maintain the Emergency Information Book with accurate and up-to-date paperwork from families.
- Develop and implement Community Inclusion Service plans in collaboration with supervisors and families.
- Prepare and submit monthly reports in compliance with organizational and DDD requirements.
- Interview, train, and supervise Weekend Recreation staff.
- Travel throughout Passaic and Morris counties to support program operations.
- Maintain a reliable pool of staff to ensure program capacity in each county.
- Develop new program sites by contacting community organizations.
- Encourage regular participation by reaching out to individuals and families who have not attended recently.
- Act as a liaison to other agency programs and represent the organization in a professional and positive manner.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor, Community Support.
- Associate degree in human services or equivalent experience working with people with disabilities.
- Experience in community event planning or teaching preferred.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant computer software.
- Effective Communication: Clearly and respectfully communicates with participants, families, staff, and external agencies while demonstrating active listening and transparency.
- Ethical Practice: Maintains confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards, prioritizing the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities.
- Leadership and Accountability: Provides direction to staff, models positive behaviors, and supports the success of the Adult’s Night Out (ANO) program.
- Collaboration: Works collaboratively with families, professionals, and community partners to deliver quality services.
- Cultural Humility: Respects and values diverse backgrounds, needs, and perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment.
- Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution: Approaches challenges with a solution-focused mindset while maintaining professionalism.
- Adherence to Policies and Procedures: Ensures compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards.
- Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility to travel and adjust to changing program needs.
- Organization: Well-organized and detail-oriented.
- Customer Service: Excellent internal and external customer service skills.
Advancing Opportunities, Inc, an affiliate of Apis Services, is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing services and supports to people with disabilities and their families so they can live independently. Recognized as one of the leading disability service providers in the state of New Jersey, the agency is committed to person-centered services delivered in the community. www.advopps.org