Recreation Specialist-CH565606

2 weeks ago


New York, United States Institute for Comm Living Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

NOTE: All applicants must comply with ICL's vaccination policy. Individuals selected for employment cannot begin working until they provide verification that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with an FDA-authorized vaccine).

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (must have valid driver's license).

Under the supervision of the Residence Manager, the Recreation Specialist in the Community Habilitation Department will facilitate the growth and community interaction of an individual; provides a variety of services necessary to enable the individual to thrive in the community. The primary role for this position is to foster positive relationships within their neighborhood and work on identified goals as outlined in their Community Habilitation Plan.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Develops a calendar for the month of volunteer and social activities
  • Provides transportation or accompanies the consumer to and from community activities
  • Follows the goals and/or activities specified in the individual's "Individualized Service Plan" and Community Habilitation Plan.
  • Document/record events on the daily data sheet
  • Assists consumer in the development and support of social activities and relationships
  • Records observations and actions
  • Participates in staff development activities and programs
  • Works one-on-one in the consumers home and community to address a variety of life skills to include social, recreational and other activities of daily living
  • In cooperation with the individual and family, helps to identify skills and competencies to be developed and devises plans to achieve those skills and competencies.
  • Assists consumers to identify social, recreation and other community resources the individual may wish to access and devise plans to achieve that access.
  • Measures the likelihood of social isolation and develops plans to build social and communal relationships, which prevent or minimize that isolation.
  • Negotiates schedules and daily activities.
  • Regularly maintains and submits service notes with documentation of the hours worked and the service provided.
  • Follows any agreed upon action plan for activities with the individual, including a behavior plan.
  • Employs knowledge of emergency procedures as outlined by ICL
  • Enhances and promotes social interaction and community participation.
  • Presents as a positive role model.
  • Submits to and reviews reports and problems with the Residence Manager.
  • Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Resourceful within the community/able to network
  • Basic computer skills i.e. Microsoft Word and Internet Explorer

Minimum Education Requirements:

  • HS diploma or GED required
  • Associates’ degree preferred

CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Acquires and maintains current first aid, SCIP-R, and CPR certification
  • A valid New York State Driver's License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.


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