Community Recreation Aide
About The Position
Pioneer Resources is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to helping people with disabilities and seniors achieve independence and dignity through community participation. Our services span housing, vocational training, ABA therapy, community living supports, camping, recreational programs, and transportation. We offer a rewarding work experience with a focus on employee success, personal fulfillment, and work-life balance, providing the opportunity to positively impact the lives of community members daily. All positions are expected to uphold the agency values of LEAD: Listen, Empathy, Acknowledge, and Dignity.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Valid driver’s license and driving record that is acceptable according to Pioneer Resources’ Policy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize both self and others’ workloads and work with minimal supervision; high degree of self-direction.
- Solid reasoning skills, including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- Strong computer skills.
- Must be willing and able to travel up to 10% for meetings, trainings and conferences.
- Must be able to work some nights, weekends, holidays based on the needs of the programs.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience planning and executing recreation activities for seniors and/or individuals with disabilities a plus; will train the right candidate.
Responsibilities
- Assisting in the design and implementation of year-round community-based recreation opportunities for LARC and Senior participants.
- Participating in and/or leading community activities with members; providing hands-on assistance as needed.
- Documenting, communicating, and providing information to members about times, travel arrangements, and costs associated with events.
- Working closely with the Community Services Supervisor in creating and carrying out transportation routes for the LARC program.
- Verifying that receipts and payments for transportation and/or events are received and turned into the Community Services Supervisor.
- Other duties as required or assigned.
Benefits
- Company vehicle may be supplied for community outings.
- Use of personal vehicle required for non-outing travel unless transporting participants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
