Recreation Assistant/Quality of Life Instructor

Greater Old Saybrook Chamber; Madison (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D coverage

Long-term disability

403(b) with employer contributions and

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Job summary

Vista Life Innovations seeks a Quality of Life Instructor to facilitate recreational activities, meal prep, and transportation supports, helping members access community opportunities and build independence. This part-time, hourly position requires flexibility, strong communication, and ability to work with students, members, and staff across settings.

Evening and weekend availability is required. Responsibilities include leading group activities and clubs, supporting community outings, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma plus 1 year of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• May obtain Public Service License within 90 days of hire.
• CPR, First Aid and PMT certifications or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• MS Office, including Outlook and internet.

Responsibilities

• Lead recreational group activities and community outings.
• Lead café-specific recreational group activities.
• Support students/members in accessing the community for recreational and social opportunities.
• Contribute to the development and planning of Quality of Life and Café recreational offerings.
• Lead ongoing and new clubs throughout the year.
• Facilitate family-style meals in a group setting while encouraging peer-to-peer socialization in the café location.
• Maintain all necessary records and documentation with accuracy, efficiency, and clarity.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Valid driver’s license

MS Office (Outlook)

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Office/Outlook

Job description

Recreation Assistant/Quality of Life Instructor

About Vista Life Innovations For more than 35 years, Vista Life Innovations has supported adults with disabilities in building independent lives, finding meaningful work, and becoming active members of their communities. Our programs are grounded in a person-centered philosophy, meeting each individual where they are and supporting them toward greater independence at every stage of life.

The Role Vista is seeking Quality of Life Instructors to facilitate Quality of Life services, including recreational activities, physical fitness/sports, meal prep, and transportation supports. This role focuses on supporting students/members in accessing recreational and social opportunities in the community while encouraging engagement, independence, and socialization.

This position requires flexibility, strong communication skills, sound judgment, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively with students, members, and staff in a variety of settings. This is a part-time, hourly position. Evening and weekend availability is required.

What You’ll Do

• Lead recreational group activities and community outings.
• Lead café-specific recreational group activities.
• Support students/members in accessing the community for recreational and social opportunities.
• Contribute to the development and planning of Quality of Life and Café recreational offerings.
• Lead ongoing and new clubs throughout the year.
• Facilitate family-style meals in a group setting while encouraging peer-to-peer socialization in the café location.
• Maintain all necessary records and documentation with accuracy, efficiency, and clarity.

What We’re Looking For

• High School diploma plus 1 year of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and maintain acceptable driving record as defined by Vista.
• May be required to obtain a Public Service License within 90 days of hire.
• CPR, First Aid and PMT certified or the ability to obtain certifications within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge and skills in MS Office, including outlook and the internet.

Why Vista

This role offers the opportunity to support students and members in building community connections, participating in recreational and social activities, and engaging in meaningful experiences through Vista’s Quality of Life and Café services.

Compensation & Benefits

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• company-paid life and AD&D coverage
• long-term disability
• a 403(b) with employer contributions and match
• generous accrued PTO
• an Employee Assistance Program
• a wellness incentive program is available

Pay Range

$20.40–$29.38 per hour. The starting rate for this position is $22.40 per hour. Plus eligible mileage reimbursement

Location

Madison, CT | Westbrook, CT

Status

Part-time, Non-Exempt

Reports to

Quality of Life Lead

Vista Life Innovations is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Vista and the CT Shoreline

https://www.vistalifeinnovations.org/community/connecticut-shoreline

Please visit our website for more information about Vista Life Innovations and our career opportunities.