Recreational Assistant - Part Time

Are you looking for a rewarding career? We're hiring recreational assistants to work in the field of human services and assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as caregivers. Perks of working with Heritage Christian include schedule flexibility, a supportive work culture, job training and professional development. 

Pay Rate: $16.75 an hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above range represents the organization's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Working under the overall direction of the Program Manager, the Recreational Assistant will assist in the daily activities of all respite participants in accordance with the following:

1. To provide a program environment that supports each individual based on a Person Centered philosophy.
2. To provide assistance with the primary health and personal care needed by respite participants. This includes lifting and transferring individuals who use a wheelchair and providing assistance as needed. To follow Nursing Service Plans as written and communicate health and safety needs to Program Manager and RN as needed.  
3. To provide care and services as outlined in the Respite Application including implementation of Behavior Support Plans according to staff training procedures. Staff are responsible for completing documentation (behavior doc, Unusual Occurrences)
4. To perform housekeeping tasks as designated by Manager. These may include snack and drink preparation, cleaning, organizing and other housekeeping tasks necessary to ensure the smooth running of the program.
5. Support people served with facilitating a lifestyle of health and wellness including his or her individualized dietary needs.

Schedule: Typlical Hours for this role would be Monday-Friday 2 pm to 6 pm.

• The ability and temperament to work effectively with children and young adults with disabilities is required.
• Physical ability to lift and assist respite participants with any needed personal care as needed
• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills, have ability to effectively communicate with respite participants and their families.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge.
• Experience with person(s) with developmental disabilities and a college background or degree is preferable.
• Minimum of High School diploma or high school equivalency; college experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license that is in compliance with Heritage Christian Services’ motor vehicle record standards, and reliable transportation to and from work is required.

Human Services is a place to grow

You don't need experience to work with people with disabilities. We provide all of your education and training. You may be a great fit for direct support if you have a passion for working with people and want to make a difference every day.

How to apply:

We've made the hiring process easier by using a video interviewing technology called HireVue. After completing your online application, record your job interview using your computer or smartphone at a time that works for you. HireVue will send you an email with a link and instructions. If you can’t complete your interview right away, we’d love for you to complete it within a few days. One of our recruiters will be in touch within one to two business days with next steps. We can’t wait to see what you have to offer.

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We believe that people are entitled to dignity, respect, equity and justice. We champion a society that removes barriers. We reject racism and discrimination of any kind. We protest systemic and political inequities that marginalize people, recognizing that there is a history of structural racism in the United States. We will continue to learn and change to achieve justice. We know that strength comes from unity.

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