The Role
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.
Summary Generated by Built In
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.
Skills Required
- High school diploma
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Three years' experience in a recreation program
- Minimum one year directly related experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or recreation/sports activity leadership
- Valid Massachusetts driver's license, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation (driving required)
- Acceptable CORI report and suitable fingerprint results
- CPR and first aid training (training provided)
- Availability to work flexible hours including late afternoons, evenings and weekends
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA/security regulations
- Attend all mandatory agency trainings
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The Company
What We Do
Communitas, Inc. is a private, nonprofit human-service organization headquartered in Wakefield, MA, dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization provides individualized, family-centered services and programs, including residential support, day and recreation programs, and vocational rehabilitation, with a mission to empower people, support independence, and inspire dreams for people of all abilities.
