Recreation Coordinator - Somerset

ALTERNATIVES INC•Somerville, NJ

10d•$25 - $25

About The Position

Alternatives, Inc. is hiring a part-time Recreation Coordinator for Somerset County programs as part of a pilot program. The role plans and leads recreational, social, and community activities to enrich the lives of adults supported by the agency. The coordinator identifies activities suited to clients’ interests and capabilities, provides transportation and supervision for events, supports social-skills development, and handles recreation-related funds and records. Schedules are based on program needs and set by the assigned supervisor. The position is 16 hours per week, primarily on Saturdays and Sundays. Employees complete 10–15 paid trainings upon hire and on an ongoing basis. Trainings are held in person at the Raritan, New Jersey, main office and remotely using GoTo Meeting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Ability to pass criminal and registry background checks and a drug screen.
Clear tuberculosis (TB) screening.
Ability to pass and maintain required training, including CPR/first aid, medication administration, and positive behavioral support training.
Basic computer skills.
Compassion, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Develop and locate recreation events that meet clients’ needs and may bring visibility to the agency.
Meet with clients to determine their leisure-time and recreational interests and capabilities.
Coordinate and provide transportation and supervision for clients attending recreation events.
Budget and safeguard recreation funds, maintain accurate expenditure records, and submit vouchers to a supervisor for approval.
Provide social-skills training, including instruction in appropriate public behavior.
Complete all necessary employment forms.
Ensure the security and confidentiality of assigned Alternatives, Inc. records.