AWE (Aging with Empowerment) Specialist - Maplewood Day Program

St. Louis Arc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Job summary

St. Louis Arc in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a full-time AWE Specialist to empower seniors and adults with developmental disabilities through community involvement and goal attainment. You will help participants plan meaningful days, guide activities in the community and at the Day Center, and provide safe transportation across the St.

Louis metropolitan area. The role requires a high school diploma, driving experience, and the ability to multitask with compassion.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old and three years of driving experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• One or more years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, preferably with geriatrics
• Reliable vehicle with valid driver’s license and auto insurance at time of hire.
• Knowledge of the aging process
• Ability to multitask and make decisions independently (e.g., emergency calls).
• Ability to complete CPR/FA, L1MA, and Mandt training - provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

Responsibilities

• Teach skills that increase adults’ independence, self-esteem, and participation out in the community.
• Assist one to four adult participants in planning a meaningful day that matches their interests and goals.
• Engage in activities out in the community (e.g., local park, volunteer sites) and at the Day Center (e.g., music therapy, arts and crafts).
• Transport individuals to and from activities in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
• Assist participants with personal care including, but not limited to restroom, meals, and dressing.
• Maintain an understanding of participants’ Individual Support Plans and implementation practices.
• Complete community events reports, medication administration records, progress notes, and other required documentation according to agency and funder timelines

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/FA

L1MA

Mandt training

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location Saint Louis, MO 63143, USA
• Travel Required: Yes
• Rate: $23 USD per hour
• DSP Comm Engagement
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: AWEAG002237

Description

Be Part of our Circle.

We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve, but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.

This is a full-time (32.5 hours/week) Monday - Friday role working 8:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. AWE Specialists earn an hourly rate of $23/hour

What you will do:

Empower seniors, retirees, and those who enjoy a slightly slower pace with buildingcommunity involvement and achieving their personal goals.

• Teach skills that increase adults’ independence, self-esteem, and participation out in the community
• Assist one to four adult participants in planning a meaningful day that matches their interests and goals.
• Engage in activities out in the community (e.g., local park, volunteer sites) and at the Day Center (e.g., music therapy, arts and crafts).
• Transport individuals to and from activities in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
• Assist participants with personal care including, but not limited to restroom, meals, and dressing.
• Maintain an understanding of participants’ Individual Support Plans and implementation practices.
• Complete community events reports, medication administration records, progress notes, and other required documentation according to agency and funder timelines

What you can expect from us:

We’ll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions.

We’ll help you help others. You’ll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support.

• You’ll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better.
• Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being - such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • Full-Time hourly direct care staff may be eligible for up to $250 per monthpaid directly totheir student loan vendor.Ask your recruiter for details.

What we expect of you:

The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:

Join others with your impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion to help people.

• At least 21 years old and three years of driving experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• One or more years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, preferably with geriatrics
• Reliable vehicle (4 seat belts and working heating/cooling) with valid driver’s license and auto insurance at time of hire.
• Knowledge of the aging process
• Ability to multitask and make decisions independently (e.g., emergency calls).
• Ability to complete CPR/FA, L1MA, and Mandt training -provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

Join our circle.

About St. Louis Arc:

Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have been placing their trust with the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 400+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

Travel Required

Yes. St. Louis Metro area. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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