Community Relations Liaison

Job Title: Community Relation Liaison Reports to: Community Liaison - Supervisor Location: Bronx, NY Job Classification: (Full-time) FLSA: Non-exempt Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour Brief Job description: To develop, coordinate, supervise, and manage Daybreak's voluntary work sites and community activities. Qualifications: Experience with I/DD population Must be passionate about working with Individuals Must be willing to adhere to safe health and safety standards Must build community amongst Individuals and staff. Must have a positive attitude. Summary of Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position: Responsible for planning and supervising all community activities, including recreational and job sites, following the DBIS policies and compliance/Ethics guidelines. Provide supervision and training to direct support professional staff. Develop specific volunteer/ job opportunities that match the individual's skills, experience, and training interests. Research new ideas for programs and activities, taking into consideration participants' suggestions Serve as a liaison with existing volunteer sites while establishing new relationships with community leaders and organizations. Initiating and planning the monthly calendar with the Program Coordinator and communicating effectively with the Director to initiate daily programs and activities. Conduct individual volunteer evaluation by observing and documenting the individual's ability to engage in required activities on site. Provide vocational instructions to individuals as needed. Ensure individual safety by familiarizing individuals with safety rules and regulations at volunteer and community sites. Maintain systematic communication with volunteer and recreational site supervisors to review productivity, quality of work, and activities. Establish and maintain open, positive lines of communication with the site manager, individuals, and staff. Participate in feedback in semi-annual and annual plan review meetings, life plan review meetings, and other meetings as required. Participate in OPWDD and provider association training when required Any other duties as requested by the program director to ensure the safety and well-being of the I/DD individuals served by Daybreak. The position requires performing DSP duties in case of acute staff shortages or emergencies as requested by the program director to ensure the safety and well-being of Daybreak's individuals. Education & Experience : Bachelors degree Excellent leadership skills Outstanding planning and problem-solving skills Supportive, flexible disposition Travel: Must have a valid driver's License What is there for Me : Empire BSBC Premium Medical Health Insurance Dental & Vision Life Insurance Benefits 403(B) Retirement Plan, 2% and more bonus based on Agency Fiscal year ending turnover, Award Program Short term disability Term Life Insurance New York Commuter Benefits Tuition Assistance Program We paid sick and vacation time to eligible full-time employees after completing a 3-month introductory period. Please note: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required. Who We Are: In 2010, Daybreak Independent Services opened its doors for individuals with developmental disabilities to learn and apply their skills in a traditional work setting. Since then, Daybreak has expanded its mission to multiple locations, adding both people and additional services. DBIS Serves hundreds of New Yorkers living with developmental disabilities. Partnerships with local businesses like Stew Leonard, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls have allowed the vision to grow exponentially. In addition, taking on residential programs has allowed us to serve those who need round-the-clock supervision. It's only the beginning. As we change lives every day, we change in the process. So, the work continues, and we look forward to what lies ahead.

Created: 2024-10-19