Recreation Assistant / Driver

Hattie Larlham; Mantua Township (OH); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$18.00 / hour + shift differential

Earn certifications for free

Health Insurance for full-time staff

Generous employer match retirement program

Six paid holidays per year

Up to 128 hours of annual Paid Time Off

Job summary

A nonprofit disability service organization in Mantua Township is seeking a Recreation Assistant to create meaningful experiences for individuals with disabilities. The role involves planning activities, providing supervision, and ensuring safety. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and experience working with special needs individuals is preferred. Certifications in First Aid and CPR are required. The position offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with people with developmental disabilities or special needs is preferred.
• Have the ability to become certified in First Aid, CPR, and as a Shallow Water Lifeguard.
• Comfortable with providing direct care services to individuals served.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement recreational activities.
• Provide care and supervision during activities.
• Coordinate and drive individuals to community activities.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Lifeguard Certification

Ohio Driver's License

Job description

Make an impact while doing work you love. As a Recreation Assistant at Hattie Larlham, you’ll create meaningful, inclusive experiences for children and adults with disabilities, accompany individuals on community adventures, and gain your lifeguard certification with a flexible schedule.

Openings

• Full-Time or Part-Time Recreation Assistant
• 1st / 2nd Shift, Sunday to Thursday. You get every Friday and Saturday off!
• Hattie Larlham Center for Children with Disabilities - 9772 Diagonal Rd., Mantua, OH 44255

Duties

• Plan, organize, and implement recreational activities, including pool sessions, entertainment, special events, and in-house programming.
• Provide appropriate care, supervision, and support to individuals served during recreational activities, outings, and events.
• Coordinate, schedule, and drive individuals to community field trips and activities for individuals served.
• Accurately document all recreational activities and community trips in a timely manner.
• Assist with volunteer group orientation and help maintain areas where recreation activities take place.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience working with people with developmental disabilities or special needs is preferred.
• Ohio Driver's License and ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen in order to drive a Hattie Larlham vehicle.
• Have the ability to become certified in First Aid, CPR, and as a Shallow Water Lifeguard.
• Comfortable with providing direct care services to individuals served.

Rewards & Benefits

• $18.00 / hour + shift differential and the ability to access your earned wages prior to pay day.
• Earn your lifeguard, driver training, First Aid and CPR certifications for free.
• Health Insurance Eligibility 1st of the Month After Hire – for full-time staff
• Affordable medical plan options, including dental and vision, start 1st of the month after hire for full-time staff.
• Life insurance at no cost to you for full-time staff.
• Generous employer match retirement program.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Six (6) paid holidays per year for full-time staff
• Up to 128 hours of annual Paid Time Off that starts after 90 days of employment.
• Robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• No uniforms required.
• Tattoos, body piercings, and fun colored hair are accepted.

About

Hattie Larlham is a not-for-profit disability service organization providing care and support to over 1,600 children and adults throughout Ohio. Because we believe life is sacred, Hattie Larlham enhances the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through our commitment to comfort, joy and achievement. Our compassionate and dedicated staff focuses on creating a nurturing environment in which individuals have opportunities to learn, have fun, feel safe, loved, and make choices about what happens in their lives.