Greater Lowell YMCA·Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Provide care and program leadership for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a safe environment. Assist participants with games, crafts, social skills, and community-based outings.
Share your talents, build connections, and help create positive experiences for adults with disabilities.
Be a part of our supportive staff team!
Work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our Service without Boundaries adult day program.
Assist participants in games, crafts, social skills, and community based outings.
SCHEDULE: Staff needed Monday and Wednesday 8:30-3:30 PM.
Additional hours supporting evening sports and recreational programs for individuals with disabilities may also be available.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Provide appropriate care and program leadership to participants with disabilities in a safe and nurturing environment that encourages physical, spiritual, emotional, and intellectual growth.
Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading classes, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. Individuals in this job may be subject to loud facilities and elements of weather. CLICK HERE [https://s3.amazonaws.com/reclique-core-glacial/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/28043202/Special-Needs-Program-Instructor.pdf] for complete position description.
Candidates must have an interest in working with individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities and the ability to modify instruction based on participant needs. Required certifications including CPR, AED, and First Aid must be obtained within the first 90 days.
Market context
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