After School Program Instructor

Living Resources Corporation; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Job summary

Living Resources is seeking After School Program Instructors & Lead Instructors for several sites. We offer part-time shifts including 1:45pm-6pm in Colonie and Rotterdam, and 2:15pm-6pm in Clifton Park to support program participants in activities and community engagement.

We value compassion, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Paid training is provided, and the role emphasizes helping individuals with disabilities lead active, independent lives in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Have a valid NYS Driver's License for transporting individuals to community activities.
• Experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist program participants in all planned activities such as activity planning, recreational activities, arts and crafts, meal planning/prep, and community utilization activities.
• Support and accompany participants on site and in community settings to promote self-sufficiency and independence.
• Provide a caring, patient presence and help create a positive, inclusive environment.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Team player

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.

Job Type

Part-time

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

Salary Description

$17.75 -$18.75/hour