Recreation Specialist

The Recreation Specialist assists in the planning, organization, and implementation of recreational and leisure activities and programs for participants and coordinating community activities and volunteer projects.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assists in the development, organization, and delivery of leisure and recreational programs and activities that offer meaningful engagement opportunities for participants year-round.
• Assists in planning and organizing ADT special events, helps with decorating activity areas, and maintains the organization of supplies
• Acts as a lead training member in the ADT and functions as a role model for others.
• Maintains a general knowledge of each participant’s preferences and abilities, encourages participation, and adapts activities to accommodate varying levels of physical and cognitive function.
• Collaboration and Communication with nursing and support staff to tailor programs to individual participant needs.
• Acts as the liaison between DTIs and direct care staff.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED certification
• Education or experience in recreation or a related field required
• Ability to create and lead leisure programs and activities
• Knowledge of developmental and intellectual disabilities and three (3) years of experience providing direct care to intellectually and/or developmentally disabled individual
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude / or previous supervisory experience
• Valid FL Driver’s license with good driving record for the last 3 years
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace)

Benefits for FT employees:

• Health Insurance, Dental, and Vision
• Additional coverage options: LTD, STD, Life, Critical Health, Accident
• 403b Retirement Plan with matching
• 3 weeks of accrued PTO per year
• Paid recognized holidays

ANN STORCK CENTER is an Equal Opportunity Employer & a Drug-Free Workplace (DFWP). It is the policy of ANN STORCK CENTER to assure that all employees and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of human resources management without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, religion, retaliation, age political affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, and persons with disabilities, except when age or sex is a bona fide occupational qualification. All departments and agency heads are requested to communicate their support for this policy to their subordinates. Applicants may contact Human Resources if accommodations are needed to apply or interview for a vacancy.

ABOUT ANN STORCK CENTER - Ann Storck Center is dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities. The mission throughout all our programs and services is to discover ability and build independence so that our individuals live happier, more independent, fulfilling lives.

This takes a whole lot of heart – from our dedicated staff and amazing families to our outstanding leadership, loyal partners, generous supporters, and most of all – the children and adults we serve daily.

Ann Storck Center, located in sunny Fort Lauderdale, is a highly acclaimed non-profit organization serving the needs of children and adults in South Florida who present severe and multiple developmental disabilities including epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism, and intellectual disabilities. Ann Storck Center hosts several community programs such as Outpatient Therapy, Residential/ICF, Preschool, Afterschool, Adult Day Training, and Expressive Arts programs. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• direct care of persons with developmental disabilities: 3 years (Preferred)
• training and supervisory: 1 year (Preferred)
• Event planning: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19