Job Purpose:
- The Life Enrichment Facilitator at PORTAL INC plays a crucial role in enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This position involves coordinating a wide range of educational, recreational, and leisure activities and events in both community and center-based settings. The facilitator works closely with individuals, families, and other agency team members to create meaningful opportunities for people with disabilities to actively participate in their communities as valued neighbors, productive workers, and respected citizens.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with individuals, families, and agency team members to develop and implement community engagement activities.
- Coordinate educational, recreational, and leisure activities tailored to the needs and interests of individuals with I/DD.
- Facilitate opportunities for individuals to participate in community events and activities that promote inclusion and active citizenship.
- Ensure that all activities are accessible and accommodating to the diverse needs of participants.
- Maintain effective communication with families and caregivers to support individuals' participation in programs.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and activities, making adjustments as necessary to enhance engagement and outcomes.
- Uphold the values and mission of PORTAL INC by promoting dignity, respect, and inclusion for all individuals.
Preferred Education:
- Must have had an active valid Driver's License in the past 3 years.
Required Experience:
- Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Minimum of two years of experience in planning and facilitating educational, recreational, and leisure activities.
- Experience in collaborating with individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create inclusive community programs.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with individuals, families, and team members.
- Ability to develop and implement creative and engaging activities tailored to the needs of individuals with disabilities.
- Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and coordinate events in both community and center-based settings.
- Demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment that promotes active participation and community integration.
- Proficiency in using technology and software for program planning and documentation.
Skills Required
- Active valid driver's license within the past three years
- Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- At least two years of experience planning and facilitating educational, recreational, and leisure activities
- Experience collaborating with individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create inclusive community programs
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to develop and implement creative, engaging activities tailored to individuals with disabilities
- Excellent organizational skills for managing multiple tasks and coordinating events
- Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment
- Proficiency using technology and software for program planning and documentation
What We Do
Portal Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Ozaukee County and neighboring communities. Founded to provide dignity, opportunity, compassion, and appropriate challenges, it offers employment support, adult day and community services, social recreation, transportation, and job-skills development. Its programs emphasize independence, personal development, community integration, meaningful engagement, and helping participants achieve their full potential.
