What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Specialist and Vocational Worksite Specialist - On Call position at Jewish Family Service of Colorado?
Job Type
Part-time
Description
Part-Time On-Call Job Description for Cardinal Health Worksite & Arts & Community Exploration (ACE) Day Program
Position Summary :
Responsible for providing flexible support and assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities in both educational and vocational settings on an as-needed basis. This role involves facilitating participation in educational, recreational, and community activities while ensuring quality work experiences at a community work site. The position may require time managing a caseload, developing individualized support plans, and promoting skill development to enhance self-esteem and employability.
Salary Range : $21.00 -$23.00
Responsibilities :
- Provide group and individual support, supervision, and transportation to participants in the ACE (Arts & Community Exploration) program and community worksite as needed.
- Assist in managing a caseload of individuals, assess their needs, advocate for them, and assist in developing person-centered service and support plans.
- Facilitate arts and crafts, games, exercise sessions, and educational outings as required.
- Organize and prepare materials for production at the community worksite, ensuring quality standards are met.
- Work with participants to develop their work skills, social skills, and understanding of workplace boundaries.
- Document participants' progress, daily production, and timesheets, reporting any concerns to the Community Worksite Coordinator.
- Assist with activities of daily living and maintain organization in activity spaces.
- Complete all necessary paperwork related to job responsibilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
This part-time on-call position requires flexibility and responsiveness to scheduling needs, aiming to enhance the independence and quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities.
COVID-19 considerations : Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (proof required), subject to legally required exemptions.
Agency Overview : JFS is a nonprofit human services organization that serves anyone in need - regardless of their circumstances or religious beliefs. We believe in a shared responsibility to support impactful changes throughout our community.
Founded over 150 years ago, we currently offer more than 30 programs and services, including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, and disability services. JFS takes a holistic approach, assessing the various needs of the individual or family and providing the appropriate services all from one organization. We continuously evaluate the evolving challenges of our community and adapt or develop programs that respond to the resulting needs.
We are very proud of our work culture, including recently completing a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion assessment. JFS offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, Legal / ID Theft, supplemental insurances, agency-paid Life / LTD, Employee Assistance Programs, 401(k), 19 paid holidays, and a generous leave program. JFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
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Salary Description
21.00 - $23.00
Salary : $21 - $23
