Recreation Relief

Position Summary: The Arc of Opportunity is actively seeking part-time / per diem staff to join our Saturday Recreation's relief staff pool. Recreation relief staff work when they have the availability to pick-up an available Saturday shift. Location: Fitchburg, Massachusetts (and surrounding communities) Hours: Per diem. Saturdays from 11-4 or 10-5/6, depending on the day's activities. Essential 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

Created: 2024-10-19