Recreation Support Professional Specialist
Recreation Support Professional Specialist
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Position Summary:
Looking for enthusiastic and attentive Recreation Support Professional Specialist to support and motivate individuals with special needs. Respite is all about encouraging our groups to socialize experience new and fun activities while families receive the respite they need. We have parttime and per diem positions available.
The Recreation Support Professional Specialist(RSPS) is responsible for implementing personcentered services for each individual. This includes ensuring implementation of the individuals services by offering addition the RSPS is directly responsible for the individuals overall physical and emotional wellbeing. Responsible for planning trips and activities based on the groups preferences.
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:
- Participate in the planning and implementation of activities including monies needed calendar for the month and any other things needed for the activity.
- Communicate and work with both your staff and the recreation team including the other Recreation Support Professional Specialistsand Program Coordinator.
- Notify all information needed for the activity including monthly calendars with specific information for trip.
- Document and ensure necessary information and data is entered into Precision Care including attendance and notes in a timely manner.
- Provide and ensure appropriate levels of supervision for each individuals needs and routines and necessary protective measures to always ensure the safety of the individual(s)while promoting recreational enjoyment and socialization among program participants.
- Promote and support the inclusion of individuals in their community according to their unique needs interests and desires. Model and encourage interaction between individuals and community individuals personal growth by assisting in forming and maintaining friendships with peers and members of the community.
- Actively engage in all program services as needed including toileting behavioral interventions communityinclusion emergencies physical plant cleanliness etc. as needed and required.
- Respect and affirm the human rights civil rights and responsibilities of the people supported.
- Safeguard and respect the confidentiality and privacy of all staff and individuals. Adhere to all HIPPA policies.
- Report all incidents to program management immediately upon discovery as per HeartShare policy and
- OPWD & Justice Center requirements including:
- Immediately safeguard all individuals and assist with the completion of paperwork as required.
- Assist program coordinator in securing safeguards/protective measures and notifications for incident.
- Ensure all occurrence reports are filled out correctly and given the program coordinator the same day.
- Transportation:
- Transport individuals as required and ensure that all participants are wearing a seat belt when the vehicle is in motion.
- Become familiar with the route by mapping the addresses in order.
- Provide assistance to individuals getting on and off the vehicle and to and from door as needed.
- Follow all agency policies and procedures as well as state and federal regulations to maintain compliance. Complete and submit all written reports and documentation on a timely basis such as van logs.
- Report any hazards or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor.
- Follow agency policy on cleanliness and overall maintenance and care of van.
- Maintain professionalism by using positive approaches when handling difficult gossip and negative flexible and adapt to change.
- Advocate appropriately and professionally on behalf of individuals.
- Serve as a role model for individuals and by divisions dress conduct oneself in a professional manner.
- Remain sensitive respectful and responsive to cultural differences of all individuals program staff and the surrounding community.
- Participate in staff meetings inservice trainings and onsite workshops as required for professional growth and certification in driver safety as required.
- Represent HeartShare both within and outside the organization in a manner that promotes the mission vision and values of the adhere to HeartShares Standards & Values Statement in addition to all other agency policies and procedures.
- Undertake any additional tasks and initiatives as per the specific needs of the programs and individuals and as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
- Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED.
- Associates degree or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum One or more years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Valid Drivers License with Clean record required.
- Must be able to communicate professionally and positively with families and supervisor.
- Must have excellent written skills.
- Must be organized and submit documentation in a timely manner.
- Must be able to work weekends or evenings.
- Experience driving a 10 or 15 passenger van preferred.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
Benefits
What we offer once YOU join our growing family:
At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on fulltime/parttime status. You can expect:
- Rewarding Work in a team environment.
- Paid vacation sick personal days and holidays.
- 403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
- Health dental vision and life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Flexible spending account (Dependent Care Medical Parking and Transit).
- Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
- Tuition Assistance Program.
- Professional Development opportunities.
- Gympass Discount
- Verizon Wireless Discount.
- BJs Membership discount.
- Discounts on Broadway tickets movie tickets theme parks sporting events gift certificates & more
HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process please reach out to
About HeartShare
Who WE ARE:
For over one hundred years HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team now 2100 employees and growing helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives. Tolearn more about HeartShare please visit our website follow us onTwitterLinkedInYouTubeInstagramFacebook
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