After School Program Instructor

Living Resources Corporation; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Job summary

Living Resources Corporation in New York is seeking After School Program Instructors and Lead Instructors for several sites. The role involves assisting program participants with planned activities, recreational games, arts and crafts, meal prep, and community activities to promote self-sufficiency and independence.

Current shifts include Part-Time 1:45pm - 6pm at Colonie and Rotterdam, and Part-Time 2:15pm - 6pm at Clifton Park.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Have a valid NYS Driver's License for transporting individuals to activities.
• Experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist program participants in activities such as planning, recreation, arts and crafts, and community utilization.
• Assist with meal planning/prep for the group.
• Support self-sufficiency and independence of participants through engagement in activities.

Skills

Compassionate

Team player

Patient

Reliable

Eager to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Living Resources is a non-profit human services agency. Our core purpose is to support and empower individuals with disabilities or other life-challenging conditions to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.

Living Resources works with, and for, families by providing peace of mind. All employees are to be respectful and supportive of families. We are working with them as partners, providing care and services.

Our Values: Inclusive, Change Embracer or Innovator, Mentor, Personal growth, Self-determination and Teamwork/Collaboration

We are looking for people who are:

Compassionate while caring/supporting others

Kind hearted

Patient

Team Player

Adaptable with changing work days

Reliable and attentive

Eager to learn and grow

Would you enjoy working in an organization that encourages your personal development? How would you like the flexibility to create the work-life balance you desire?

These are just some of the things Living Resources can offer you!

To work for Living Resources is to make a difference in the lives of others. Living Resources provides individuals with disabilities and special needs the support they need to thrive and lead active, full lives. For many Living Resources employees, their work becomes an experience where they find fulfillment and develop both personally and professionally.

We understand that working one-on-one with people who have disabilities, helping them in all aspects of daily life, takes a special person - someone who's dedicated, caring, patient and compassionate. Our employees find a sense of purpose in their work, knowing they're providing peace of mind to families.

Living Resources is seeking After School Program Instructors & Lead Instructors for several of our sites.

The After School Program Instructor will assist program participants in all created activities such as activity planning, recreational activities, arts and crafts, meal planning/prep, and community utilization activities, which promote the self-sufficiency and independence of the program participants.

Current shifts: Part - Time, 1:45pm - 6pm at Colonie & Rotterdam locations

Part - Time, 2:15pm - 6pm at Clifton Park location

Requirements

We would like to speak with those that are:

• Passionate about making a difference
• At least 18 years of age
• Have a High School Diploma or GED
• Have a valid NYS Driver's License for transporting individuals to community activities
• Have experience with people with developmental disabilities, preferred.

As a Living Resources employee, you can expect:

• Paid Training