Location
Plattsburgh, New York
Quick overview
The intern will assist in brainstorming, organizing, and leading engaging recreational activities and events for individuals in the site-based program. They will also help participants develop new skills and independence through hands-on activities and inclusive community outings.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be energetic, motivated, and caring individuals with a passion for making a positive difference in the lives of others. Essential qualifications include strong communication and teamwork skills, patience, and a readiness to embrace individual uniqueness.
Job description
- Energetic, motivated, caring individuals wanted!
- Are you looking for a career where you can truly make a difference?
- The Advocacy and Resource Center can offer you a life-changing opportunity, and YOU can create life-changing opportunities for people with disabilities!
- As an Activities Intern, you will be the driving force behind creating unforgettable experiences for individuals in our site-based program, ExploreAbility.
- With the guidance of our Recreation Specialist and Program Assistant Director, you will help plan and participate in all sorts of exciting activities, from games and crafts to outings and community adventures.
- Plus, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at what it's like to work with people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) while making lasting memories along the way!
- Key Responsibilities: Assist in brainstorming and organizing a variety of engaging recreational activities and events.
- Be the life of the party as you join in and lead activities that bring joy and laughter to the people we support.
- Help individuals with I/DD develop new skills and independence through hands-on activities.
- Explore the community together and build connections through inclusive outings and adventures.
Qualifications
Passion for making a positive difference in the lives of others Communication and team-player skills Big-hearted, patient, and ready to embrace the uniqueness of every individual Eager to learn, grow, and have a blast while doing it! Internship Details: Apply By: May, 2026.
Duration
- Summer
- Location: 279 New York
- Road,
- Plattsburgh
- New
- York 12903
- Generous benefits package includes:
- Shift differentials offered for evening, overnight, and weekend shifts
- Health insurance
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Vacation time
- Parental leave
- Life Insurance
- Cancer Insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match The Advocacy and Resource Center qualifies as a public service loan forgiveness employer. The Advocacy and Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, disabled/veterans.
Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vacation time
- Parental leave
- Cancer Insurance
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Shift differentials
- Retirement plan with employer match
