Recreation Specialist-CH565601 - ICL : Job Details

NOTE: All applicants must comply with ICL's vaccination policy.Individuals selected for employment cannot begin working until theyprovide 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 EXPERIENCEMinimum 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