Assistant Sports Program Coordinator - Lifestyle Wellness (Statewide, MT)

Description

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in your community, we invite you to join our team at AWARE.

AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as an assistant sports program coordinator.

The support we provide helps the adults, children, and families we serve become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. We are a compassionate and fully engaged team that is dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients. Our strength lies in our culture of care, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to providing unconditional care to those in need.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply to join our team at AWARE.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates, in collaboration with the Sports Program Coordinator, the planning and implementation of the AWARE Special Olympics program throughout the State of Montana. 
• Supports fundraising efforts and seek sources of funding to support athlete participation in events.
• Supports volunteer, coaches and staff orientation and training to take part in Special Olympics.
• Provide education and resources to AWARE athletes to support their personal goals. 
• Assist in coordination of AWARE’s Special Olympics teams and team practices throughout Montana.
• Support athletes and teams in attending all special events and games across the State of Montana. 
• Promote Therapeutic Recreation Services and AWARE Special Olympics both internally and externally. 
• Provide TR interventions to assigned caseload in a timely basis following policy and procedures. 
• Ability to, under AWARE’s Unconditional Care Philosophy, implement individual support plans with the knowledge of behavioral techniques, interventions, skill building techniques, and understanding of the emotional and behavioral needs of individuals diagnosed with a disability. 
• Requires computer literacy skills, including the ability to navigate, record, and overall basic computer skills needed for performance-based software as well as an electronic medical records system. 
• Requires knowledge of Special Olympics, activity and event programming skills and abilities, staff training and development, knowledge of disabling conditions across the life span, sports and recreation fundamentals, and providing technical assistance using a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures. Also requires good oral and written communication skills and an ability to form relationships with a diverse group of people. 

Requirements

Talents, skills, and abilities:

• BA/BS Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Human Services, Education, or related field, along with one (1) year of experience providing services such as professional care giving, adult case management, sports/ recreation management, education and/or training. Ability to work in a variety of settings. 
• Applicant with (2) two or more years experience programming and providing services to individuals with a disabling condition in a human health setting may be considered. 
• Applicants with five (5) or more years experience programming and providing services to Individuals with a disabling condition in a human health setting may be considered.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a valid Montana Driver's License, with an acceptable driving record. Must pass a criminal and protective services background check.

Benefits:

AWARE proudly offers an excellent benefits package, uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, professional growth, and achieving financial security.

AWARE’s benefits include:

• Quarterly Financial Bonus Program
• Tuition Advancement Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Wellness programs
• Generous paid time off

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.