• Recreation Direct Support Professional

    The Arc of Opportunity (Fitchburg, MA)


    Saturday Recreation Staff

     

    Interested in working for a company that has led the way to improving the lives of individuals with Developmental Disabilities for over 60 years? Do you believe in enriching the lives of individuals and supporting them to reach their fullest potential? The Arc of Opportunity is looking for Saturday Recreation Staff to fill that mission.

    Salary & Benefits:

    Rate: $19.89

     

    Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage. Paid vacation, holidays and sick time. 401k with employer matching, supervision, training, advancement opportunities and many more

    Schedule:

    Employment Type: Part-time (Saturdays only)

     

    Hours: Saturdays, typically 10AM – 4PM (may vary based on activity)

    Essential Job Functions:

    • Support Recreation Program Coordinator and participants during the Saturday outings into the community. These include outings to sporting events, museums, restaurants, arts and crafts venues, etc.

    • Conducts oneself professionally by maintaining respect, following regulations and agency policies and adhering to confidentiality requirements in all assigned duties

    • Attends mandatory trainings and meetings as assigned and required.

    • Demonstrates knowledge of and commitment to agency mission and fundamental values

    • Frequent driving of facility motor vehicles and vans

    • Additional duties as assigned

    • Physical demands include: Frequent standing, pushing, pulling, walking, stooping, lifting and twisting

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma or GED is required, experience in relevant field preferred

    • A valid driver’s license and acceptable CORI/Finger printing and driving record are required at all times during employment with The Arc of Opportunity.

    Physical Requirements:

    • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; kneel, bend and carry items; and sustain periods of walking, standing, and sitting

    • Ability to physically assist individuals according to their needs

    • Ability to sustain periods of walking, standing, and sitting.

    Mental Requirements:

    • Demonstrated superior communication skills, both in verbal and written English

    • Functional and situational reasoning to follow policy, problem solve, exercise sound judgment, prioritize multiple tasks, and manage crisis

     

    The Arc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

     

    When an applicant with a disability needs accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply and/or interview for a job, they may request it orally or in writing through the VP of Human Resources.

     

    Hours: Saturdays, typically 10AM – 4PM (may vary based on activity)