Recreation Specialist Part-Time

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Join LifeBridge Partnership in fulfilling the mission of building bridges to a life of social well-being for individuals with disabilities. We support youth and adults through after school enrichment, day camps and community recreation. Team members are passionate about supporting youth and adults with disabilities to lead inclusive and meaningful lives, excel in a dynamic, detail -oriented environment, and desire to mentor and coach others through collaboration and modeling.

LifeBridge is hiring part-time Direct Support Specialists to serve in our youth and adult services. This position offers up to 29 flexible hours per week providing direct support during community-based outings and after school enrichment. The weekly schedule will vary with 4-5 days per week that may include daytime, evening, and weekend shifts lasting 4 to 8 hours.

Weekly responsibilities in the adult program include providing transportation to / from outings in accessible agency vehicles, ensuring personal support needs are met (mobility, communication, meal time, restroom, behavior modification), leading small group activities to promote independence and social skill development, and completing pre / post outing documentation.

Weekly responsibilities in the after school enrichment program include assisting the Lead to promote student engagement, independence and social skills development, ensuring personal support needs are met (mobility, communication, snack time, restroom oversight, behavior modification), and providing general oversight of activities.

Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• This role requires a commitment to work Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Leaders Club, after school enrichment program and / or multiple shifts per calendar month in the Out and About adult program, including days, evenings, and weekends.
• 1+ years of experience providing individualized support to people with disabilities.
• Complete physical tasks including supporting 75+ lb, kneeling, squatting, and bending to provide individualized supports to clients.
• Evidence of an excellent driving record per the DMV.
• Pass a standard industry background check including a Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Family Care Safety Registry check.
• Qualify under the requirements for controlled substance testing as required by MoDOT and the FTA, including a pre-employment drug test.
• Hold a Missouri Class E license or equivalent (within 30 days of employment).
• Complete on-line Relias Training (ex : Abuse and Neglect, Universal Precautions) within 7 days of hiring.
• Complete field work training (within 30 days of hiring).
• Demonstrate proficiency in use of navigation tools such as GPS, MapQuest, and maps.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills