Coordinate, implement, and evaluate inclusive recreation programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Complete intakes and assessments, recruit and supervise staff/volunteers, build community partnerships, organize Special Olympics teams, assist with outreach, grant writing, financial oversight, and ensure compliance with agency policies and confidentiality.
We are currently seeking a Recreation Program Specialist. This position is responsible for coordinating and implementing community-based recreation programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities, including direct care responsibilities.
- Responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating of year-round recreational and social programs, including but not limited to summer programs, sports, outings/travel, aquatics, social programs and special events.
- Complete intakes, initial assessments and referral services for individuals with disabilities living at home, independently, and in residential settings in both a community and school-based environment. Develop and maintain relationships with local resources to improve referral process.
- Assist the Director and Assistant Director with recruitment, training and supervision of recreation staff and volunteers.
- Work cooperatively with families, participants with disabilities and the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services to identify need areas, locate resources and develop programs.
- Develop inclusive and specialized recreation/leisure programs in conjunction with existing community resources such as: YMCA's athletic clubs, school systems, churches/temples, city recreation departments, etc.
- Organize teams in conjunction with ongoing Special Olympic programs at the area, sectional and state level.
- Assist the Director and Assistant Director in composing newsletter information, brochures and special events flyers.
- Responsible for public speaking engagements to help enhance the program in a variety of ways (financial, staffing, public education; professional development and agency advocacy).
- Assist the Director and Assistant Director with grant writing and the financial oversight of all programs as required.
- Attends all mandatory agency training's.
- Demonstrates and implements knowledge of Communitas policies and standards as well as funding source regulations.
- Follows HIPPA, security regulations and/or guidelines and maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Other duties and special projects as assigned.
- High school diploma required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred in a related field or 3 years experience in a recreation program.
- Minimum one year of directly related experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or experience in recreation/sports activity leadership.
- Valid MA Driver’s license, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation. Driving is required.
- Acceptable CORI report and suitable fingerprint results required.
- CPR and first aid training preferred (training will be provided)
- Candidates must be available to work flexible hours, particularly late afternoons, evenings and weekends.
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