Youth Services Mentor-SUMMER ONLY

Opportunity Development Centers Inc • Town of Farmington, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a SUMMER ONLY position for a Youth Services Mentor. The role involves empowering people with disabilities to achieve their work and life goals. The company is dedicated to building and supporting a welcoming work environment where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their contributions and perspectives. The purpose is to champion the power of human connection, and the heart of connection is inclusion. ODC, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year work experience with individuals and/or children with disabilities required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge in the modifications, adaptation, and use of specialized equipment
• General knowledge of computer uses and programs required
• Must pass WI caregiver background check
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to work flexible/non-standard schedule (including some evenings and weekends)
• This position requires use of a company email address which requires an application to be downloaded on your personal cell phone for multi-factor authentication (MFA) to ensure cyber security.
• Reliable vehicle (unless determined exempt with HR.)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to teach others. Including Daily Living Skills, social skills, and community involvement
• Assist and support children and youth with disabilities in becoming actively involved in their communities, develop friendships, and independent use of community resources
• Regularly provide opportunities for inclusion through planned activities, social interactions, exposure, advocacy, training, and education as identified in the assessment and planning process
• Provide assistance with personal care tasks, as needed (i.e., mobility, eating, bathroom, etc.)
• Be knowledgeable in and able to document properly on all individual services provided daily in the required time limit and format
• Ability to maintain open, respectful, and clear communication with the participant, their families, and supervisor
• Meet all necessary training requirements
• Transport and accompany individuals to community activities in company or personal vehicles

Benefits

• Great Work/Life Balance with Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Full Benefits Package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, etc. (FT employees)
• 401(k) with 4% Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts to help you save on Daycare Costs (FT employees)
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees