Movement Specialist

Ontario ARC•Canandaigua, NY

30d•$22 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Do you love the art of movement? Would you like to teach others your same love? Join us at The Arc Ontario as a Movement Specialist! You will lead the way in fun, dynamic movement sessions, both one-on-one and in groups! You will work to maximize a variety of skills via movement to include: social, intellectual, emotional, physical and behavioral. You will promote the well-being of program participants and the protection of their individual rights, through the support of agency mission, vision and values. Work Location: Canandaigua, NY Schedule: Full-Time - Monday-Friday 8:00am-2:00pm with flexibility in schedule required to meet agency needs Our Culture Investing in our staff while thriving in a flexible and fun work environment! The Arc Ontario Story: Founded in 1954 we believe that All individuals with disabilities or other challenges are one with their community.

Requirements

BA/BS in Movement/Dance and over 3 months of experience working with the people with disabilities, or an equivalent amount of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Responsible for coordinating movement programs offered for day habilitation participants, and other waiver supports.
Utilizes a combination or movement & dance to facilitate skill building, maintains movement curriculum that is based upon each participant's needs.
Monitors progression and skill development in movement & dance engagement, assists in incorporating the movement goals into the outcomes of the overall Staff Action Plan.
Ensures that the movement goals are consistent with the person's abilities and interests.
Seeks and maintains opportunities for participants to engage in movement or dance activities in the community and/or with community members.
Creates and maintains a regular schedule of community classes or clubs and ensures flexible scheduling to do so.