Recreation Specialist-Ch565601

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).

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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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