Recreation Program Staff

Chapel Haven Schleifer Center Inc•New Haven, CT

36d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is an award-winning nonprofit company devoted to empowering adults with disabilities to live independent and self-determined lives. We believe self-advocacy supports the growth of our individuals and collaborate with them to create services that foster independence. In 2022, we celebrated 50 years of excellence in the field of disabilities and continue our dedication to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you share our core values of dynamic diversity, caring collaboration, individual integrity, and community connection, we want to hear from you! The mission of the Recreation Department at Chapel Haven is to have a client-focused approach to helping CHSC individuals stay safe and enjoy recreational activities while in the community, focusing on building upon the adult’s independent living skills and social communication skills. The job of the Recreation Program staff consists of many responsibilities while upholding this mission. Recreation Program staff assist in coaching Special Olympics sports offered by the Recreation Department, attend weekly practices & competitions, and attend SOCT trainings. Recreation Program Staff attend weekly assigned Best Buddies nights in Outreach, attend Best Buddies events including Best Buddies Ball, Friendship Walk, etc.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Experience working with individuals with cognitive and social disabilities
Valid CT driver’s license
Ability to obtain a Valid CT Public Service License Endorsement upon hire
First Aid & CPR Certification upon hire
CPI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification upon hire
Problem-solving skills
Patience
Ability to work as a team member
Organizational skills
Leadership skills
Ability to sit and drive for periods
Ability to drive at night

Responsibilities

Maintain responsibility for leading engaging recreation trips for our adults
Provide excellent customer service to consumers, and collaborate with supervisors to ensure smooth operation
Build strong relationships with CHSC adults and provide personalized support to our adults
Communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues to ensure efficient recreation trips
Ensure compliance with program and building policies
Participate in emergency response efforts when necessary
Implement engaging recreation programs for residents
Work a minimum of 10 recreation calendars or chat and chill activities a month
Follow protocol for on and off-campus recreation activities
Transport clients to and from Recreation trips or events, following Chapel Haven’s van usage protocol
Take attendance, carry materials required for the trip, meet client needs & support the clients while in the community
Document client-based feedback as well as general trip feedback
Attend monthly department meetings and all agency meetings
Assist in coaching Special Olympics sports offered by the Recreation Department as needed
Assist in Best Buddies events offered by the Recreation Department as needed
Assist in coaching Special Olympics sports offered by the Recreation Department, attend weekly practices & competitions, and attend SOCT trainings
Attend weekly assigned Best Buddies nights in Outreach, attend Best Buddies events including Best Buddies Ball, Friendship Walk, etc.

Benefits

Complete benefits package (for full-time employees)
Paid time off (for full-time employees)
Tuition reimbursement (for full-time employees)
Flexible schedule (for part-time employees)
Valuable hands-on experience (for part-time employees)
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals we support (for part-time employees)
Select Benefits may also be available (for part-time employees)
Professional yet warm and welcoming workplace with opportunities for career advancement
Staff longevity and Development
A culture of Community and Compassion