AWE Specialist — Empower Aging & Community Living

St. Louis Arc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Retirement

Time off

Job summary

St. Louis Arc invites applications for an AWE (Aging with Empowerment) Specialist at our Creve Coeur, MO location. This role supports geriatrics to live active, independent lives and involves community activities, personal care assistance, and documentation of progress.

The position runs Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., with responsibilities including transportation, activity planning, and adherence to Individual Support Plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years driving experience.
• Experience supporting adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Ability to transport participants and assist with daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Empower geriatrics participants to live active lives.
• Plan meaningful daily activities aligned with interests and goals.
• Transport participants to activities in the community and Day Center.
• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Maintain and document participant progress per plans and timelines.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

CPR/FA training

Mandt training

L1MA training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

St. Louis Arc invites applications for an AWE (Aging with Empowerment) Specialist at our Creve Coeur, MO location. This role supports geriatrics to live active, independent lives and involves community activities, personal care assistance, and documentation of progress.

The position runs Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., with responsibilities including transportation, activity planning, and adherence to Individual Support Plans.