Activities Specialist
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Seven Hills Foundation is hiring an Activities Specialist. The Seven Hills Foundation seeks an Activities Specialist passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities. The role involves creating innovative programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and brain injury, helping them develop skills for employment, recreation, and social interaction.
Key focus areas include Support personal care needs by assisting individuals with dining, toileting, and transfers, Implement engaging programs by developing and leading individual and group activities, and Collaborate on behavior plans with the clinical team to create and implement strategies.
Important skills include Personal Care Assistance, Activity Program Development, Classroom Management, Transportation Assistance, Documentation And Progress Evaluation, and Compassion.
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Overview
Activities Specialist
Are you passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve their fullest potential? The Seven Hills Foundation offers innovative and creative programming that provides opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and brain injury to develop skills necessary to pursue interests in employment, recreation, and social interaction.
Pay: $20.50/hr
Benefits for Full-time employees:
Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield , with generous company contribution.
Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.
Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment ( 3-5%) , reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
Work-Life Balance:
Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
Vacation Cash-Out Option
3 Paid Personal Days
11 Paid Holidays
Accrued Paid Sick Time
Why Join Seven Hills:
- Innovative Environment: Engage in a dynamic setting that promotes personal choice and self-determination through diverse activities such as art, technology, health and wellness, and vocational training.
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Professional Growth: Participate in committees and training while working in a collaborative environment.
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Meaningful Impact: Contribute to programs that help individuals enrich their lives, broaden core competencies, and enjoy a full range of activities while cultivating a network of relationships in and around their communities.
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Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become part of a supportive team that’s committed to empowering lives and building brighter futures!
Responsibilities
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Support Personal Care Needs: Assist individuals with dining, toileting, and transfers, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
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Implement Engaging Programs: Develop and lead individual and group activities that promote skill development, independence, and community integration.
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Collaborate on Behavior Plans: Work with the clinical team to create and implement behavior management strategies tailored to each individual.
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Facilitate Transportation: Assist with transporting participants to various activities and appointments as needed.
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Evaluate and Document Progress: Conduct satisfaction surveys, document participant progress, and ensure compliance with Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred. High School diploma with 1 year of related experience also accepted.
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Compassionate, organized, and eager to make a difference.
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A valid driver’s license and the ability to assist in physical interventions as needed.
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