Activities Specialist

About the role

The On-Call Activities Specialist will assist people with developmental disabilities in participating in education, recreational, and volunteer activities on-site and in the community. They will provide group and individual support, supervision, and transportation to individuals in the ACE (Arts and Community Exploration) program with a person-centered focus. The On-Call Activities Specialist provides coverage for staff absences, including PTO and other unfilled shifts, ensuring continuity of programming and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide group and individual support, supervision, and transportation to individuals in the ACE program with a person-centered focus.
• Monitor the success of outcomes attained and document progress daily.
• Lead activities such as arts and crafts, games, exercise, and the topic of the day during facility-based services.
• Facilitate small-group community activities that incorporate arts, cultural, recreational, and collaborative opportunities.
• Assist with organizing the office and activity space during and after activities.
• Assist with activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Preferred one to three years of relevant education or experience.
• Some experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in education, arts, and/or recreation settings is preferred.
• Must be able to work in a team setting.
• A valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance are required.
• Employees must maintain a driving record that meets agency insurance requirements and be able to travel to multiple sites or community locations as part of regular job duties.
• Ability to provide good client and customer service; pleasant, cooperative attitude while being detail-oriented and thorough in completing work tasks.

Work Environment

Work primarily takes place at Calvary Baptist Church, 6500 E Girard Ave, Denver 80224, with frequent requirements to be in the community and occasional requirements to be at the home office at 3201 South Tamarac Dr, Denver 80231. Work hours are generally during regular business hours, with occasional flexibility required to support agency needs.

Essential physical requirements: Must be able to physically assist clients, carry supplies, bend, kneel, stoop, perform push/pull motions to perform necessary tasks such as moving light furniture and equipment, supplies, etc. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to travel between sites, communicate effectively, and use standard office and mobile equipment. The employee may occasionally be required to lift up to fifty pounds.

Pay

$21.85 – $23.00 per hour

Schedule

Part-time, Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM; on-call position providing coverage for staff absences.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement provided in accordance with agency policy.

About the organization

JFS is a nonprofit human services organization that serves anyone in need, regardless of their circumstances or religious beliefs. Founded 154 years ago, JFS offers more than 30 programs and services, including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, disability services, and farming. JFS takes a holistic approach, assessing the various needs of the individual or family and providing appropriate services from one organization, continuously evaluating community challenges and adapting or developing programs to respond to resulting needs.