Are you ready to have a blast while making a meaningful impact? Have fun, make a difference, and earn some extra cash by joining us as a per diem Recreation Specialist in Danvers and Salem, MA!
Pay Rate: $22.00
Job Type: Per-Diem
Schedule:
This role requires Friday and Saturday availability and at least one weekday (preferably more).
- Fridays: 5:00–8:00 PM
- Saturdays: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
- At least one weekday is required, with preference for candidates who can work additional weekdays
Weekday shifts may include:
- Monday after 4:00 PM
- Tuesday after 4:00 PM
- Wednesday daytime
Job Summary
In collaboration with the Recreation Manager, Director and the Recreation Specialist staff, the Recreation Specialist implements and manages community-based programs and events offered through the Northeast Arc Recreation Department.
Qualifications
- Must have a High School diploma. Some college experience is preferred.
- Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities and or experience with teens/ youth.
- Prior experience in the field of Recreation and Leisure is preferred.
- Ability to stand for periods of time.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
- Experience or familiarity applying therapeutic recreation is preferred
Major Responsibilities
- Aids the Recreation Manager, Lead Recreation Specialist and Director of Recreation in the delivery of community based athletic, adventure, art, social and educational programs, events, trips and workshops.
- Assists the Recreation Department and or their designated program lead in the supervision of volunteers during the delivery of programs, events, trips and workshops.
- Maintains close contact with Recreation Manager and Director regarding incidents, their documentation and is accountable for the submission of mandated reporting.
- Leading the implementation and management of programs, community outings, events and workshops.
- Assisting the Recreation Manager and Director by contributing input towards effective development and implementation of program and special events.
- Aids the Recreation Manager or Lead Recreation Specialist with communications with participants, families, and support staff as well as with external organizations and agencies as/if needed.
- Other duties as assigned
About the Program
Northeast Arc’s Recreation program offers individuals the opportunity to participate in active and healthy recreation as well as leisure activities for enjoyment, relaxation, development, and personal growth. Recreation offers a variety of programs that run weekly during the nights and weekends, as well as seasonal. Examples of our activities include:
- Fitness classes like yoga and boxing
- Bowling Leagues
- Dances
Skills Required
- High School diploma
- Availability Fridays 5:00-8:00 PM, Saturdays 10:00 AM-2:00 PM, and at least one weekday
- Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities or with teens/youth
- Ability to stand for periods of time
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Some college experience
- Prior experience in Recreation and Leisure
- Experience or familiarity applying therapeutic recreation
What We Do
Northeast Arc is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism become full participants in their communities. They provide a comprehensive range of services, including autism services, early intervention, employment support, and residential programs, ensuring that individuals have the opportunity to live, work, socialize, and play independently within the community.
