Program Specialist
Job Summary
As a Program Specialist at our 7th Street Centre you will work with talented people with disabilities in a creative environment ensuing they feel supported valued and engaged in meaningful activities. The Program Specialist also ensures a safe environment in addition to supporting with caregiving responsibilities and supervision support.
The ideal candidate would have artistic skills in fine art music and dramatic arts. Being a calm/ patient self-motivated highly social and attentive person will be key to the success of a Program Specialist working in this amazing position.
Hours:32-40 hours a week
Pay Rate: $18.25
Schedule: Monday-Friday between the hours of 8am-5pm
There are days we take the students on field trips throughout the community. Must have a valid license and auto insurance as well as access to a vehicle and willing to drive the students as needed.
Essential duties and responsibilities include participating in and supporting participants in activities including;
- Acting
- Theater games
- Costuming
- Prop building
- Painting and building sets
- Participating in rehearsals classes and performances
Required skills experience and attributes:
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Ability to make decisions for the good of the students program and fellow team members
- Ability to work with limited to no supervision
- Ability to help plan events and activities
- Good team building skills and ability to work well with others
- Respond to crisis following guidelines and plans
- Must be able to support individuals to reach their potential
- Effective communication skills including ability to write/document clearly
- Willing to offer and accept feedback
- Support students with personal care as needed
- Monitor safety of the individuals and the environment
- Must like to have fun!
Mainsl offers great benefits to qualifying employees including medical dental vision PTO paid sick leave 401k retirement program and more!
Requirements:
- Ability to pass a background check through the Department of Justice
- Have a valid Driving License with reliable transportationand car insurance
- Pass a TB Skin test
Mainsl is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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