Community Recreation Assistant – HCBS & Inclusion

Springbrook NY, Inc; Town of Oneonta (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Springbrook NY, Inc. seeks a dedicated individual to support HCBS participants by facilitating community engagement outside residential settings. You will coordinate transportation, track attendance, and work with a Recreation Therapist to promote independence and social inclusion.

Responsibilities include promoting participation, documenting progress, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring safe, accessible activities for people with developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma Required; Some College Credits or an Associate's Degree preferred.
• Training in working with adults with developmental disabilities or similar experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with individuals, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to adapt activities to diverse needs and abilities.
• Problem-solving and real-time plan adjustment abilities.
• Patience, empathy, and understanding when working with varying abilities.
• Indoor and outdoor work environments.
• Must complete participation documentation.
• Must lift 50 lbs independently and assist with heavier lifts.
• Must meet requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate transportation and assistance for community events and activities.
• Keep accurate attendance records and provide progress notes.
• Collaborate with Recreation Therapist to promote integration and social inclusion.
• Encourage participation and provide verbal invitations and reminders.
• Promote social interaction and a sense of community among participants.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
• Advocate for inclusive, accessible recreation opportunities.
• Assess and mitigate risks to ensure a safe environment.
• Assist with outings to help individuals engage in society.
• Foster independence by practicing life skills in real-world settings.
• All other duties assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Adapt activities to diverse needs

Problem solving

Patience and empathy

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma

Some College Credits

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

Springbrook NY, Inc. seeks a dedicated individual to support HCBS participants by facilitating community engagement outside residential settings. You will coordinate transportation, track attendance, and work with a Recreation Therapist to promote independence and social inclusion.

Responsibilities include promoting participation, documenting progress, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring safe, accessible activities for people with developmental disabilities.