Enrichment and Recreation Specialist

People's Arc of Suffolk Careers • Bohemia, NY

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About The Position

The Enrichment and Recreation Specialist delivers Community Habilitation and Respite services under the HCBS Waiver. The role promotes high-quality, person-centered services that support meaningful leisure skills, independence, advocacy, and the well-being of people served and their families. The specialist works with individuals supported by People's Arc of Suffolk in program activities and community settings, helping them build skills and participate as independently as possible.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of advocacy and recreational resources and systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Use of a personal vehicle and at least the minimum car insurance required by agency policy.
• Valid New York State driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Higher educational degree preferred.
• At least one year of experience preferred in community habilitation, respite services, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of the needs of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assist individuals with self-care and maintenance skills, including cooking, household and program-site skills, travel, social support, and community participation.
• Assist people supported in becoming as independent as possible and participating fully in program activities.
• Transport participants to activities within Suffolk County and to activities, appointments, or other destinations as needed.
• Follow each person's safeguards, including assistance with mealtime monitoring, community safety, lifting or transferring, and personal care as needed.
• Complete and maintain safe-driving courses required to transport people safely.
• Provide assistance and oversight throughout the program, work on goals, and accurately complete documentation and billing for personal goals developed by the individual, using eVero.
• Plan and participate in recreational activities based on person-centered needs and program-site needs.
• Perform other duties as needed, which may include site maintenance, shopping, and facility oversight.
• Complete and remain current on HIPAA training and maintain confidentiality of information about people supported and their families.
• Complete and remain current on safety and universal-precautions training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED