Activity Coordinator

Rise, Inc.•Oakdale, MN

1h•$19 - $21

About The Position

Do you want to make a real difference in people's lives? Work for an inspiring non-profit leader in disability services! At Rise, Inc., we believe that everyone deserves opportunities to live a life filled with purpose and pride. In our employment, housing, and life-enrichment services, we support people to set and achieve their personal goals. That shared commitment is the foundation of a workplace that embraces a culture of learning and growth by offering extensive training, competitive salaries, and a fun work environment. Visit our website at www.rise.org to learn more about our work. What you will be doing: The Activity Coordinator will create, schedule and provide skill building, life enrichment, and recreational/leisure activities for adults with disabilities in community and centerbased programming. Provides transportation services for individuals in Rise buses/vans. Support the development of curriculum/resources of day services (assist with building a library for use across all Rise programs) Coordination and creation of monthly/weekly calendars of activities. Mains inventory of items needed for activities. Work closely with the on-site Rise Supervisor and Case Managers to ensure activities are person centered and align with program plans. Build, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with community partners to develop volunteer opportunities for people in the community. Provide support to people using a person-centered approach while modeling person centered practices. Lead with a service focus to set the example for others in focusing on providing excellent service for people served, their families, and all other people who support them. Provide direct support for the individuals in this program including transferring and repositioning adults to/from wheelchairs with the use of equipment.

Requirements

Technology skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Teams, etc.).
Case management – Learn software system and become proficient.
Familiarity or willingness to learn systems of AAC (adaptive communication) and assistive technology in areas of software, hardware and mobility.
Current, valid driver’s license.
A driving record that demonstrates safe, legal driving habits.
Compliance with MN DHS Rule 11, Rise MVR background check , and other pre-employment requirements.
The team member frequently is required to twist, stoop, bend, reach, pull, push, stand, sit and walk for up to eight hours per day. Able to lift and transfer people, with varying weights is an essential function of this role.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience practicing person-centered techniques with people with disabilities or other barriers.
Degree in human service field and one-year experience working with adults with disabilities and/or brain injuries preferred.

Responsibilities

Create, schedule and provide skill building, life enrichment, and recreational/leisure activities for adults with disabilities in community and centerbased programming.
Provide transportation services for individuals in Rise buses/vans.
Support the development of curriculum/resources of day services (assist with building a library for use across all Rise programs)
Coordination and creation of monthly/weekly calendars of activities.
Maintain inventory of items needed for activities.
Work closely with the on-site Rise Supervisor and Case Managers to ensure activities are person centered and align with program plans.
Build, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with community partners to develop volunteer opportunities for people in the community.
Provide support to people using a person-centered approach while modeling person centered practices.
Lead with a service focus to set the example for others in focusing on providing excellent service for people served, their families, and all other people who support them.
Provide direct support for the individuals in this program including transferring and repositioning adults to/from wheelchairs with the use of equipment.

Benefits

Wage: $19.47 - $20.55 per hour, depending on qualifications
Daytime work hours (No evenings, weekends, or major holidays)
A pathway opportunity for persons aspiring for careers in Social Work, Human Services, and/or Health Care or desire to work as an ASL interpreter.
Medical insurance - single employee coverage less than $90/month
Dental insurance less than $17/month
Vision insurance
401(k) with a 100% vested employer match
Rise sponsored Basic Life & AD &D insurance
Voluntary Life, Short Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Tuition reimbursement and Rise sponsored trainings (i.e., CPR, First Aide, and more) to help you be successful in your role
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (PTO) starts at 16 days during your first year, plus 2 floating holidays, and 48 hours of ESST time per year.
Employee resource groups (i.e., DEI, LGBTQ+, recognition and more).
A fun team environment that supports your professional development and opportunities for career advancement.
Rise is a PSLF-eligible employer. Your qualified student loan balance may be forgiven after 120 covered payments.