Day Program Activities Assistant

Continuum of Colorado is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit agency providing services to people with a wide range of abilities. At Continuum, we empower individuals to live a meaningful life. We believe it is our responsibility to not only meet the needs of each individual we support but also to partner with our supported-individuals to help them reach milestones, achieve their goals, and make their dreams a reality.

Denver, CO

Continuum of Colorado

<p>Continuum of Colorado is a&nbsp;nonprofit agency providing services to people with a wide range of abilities. At Continuum, we empower individuals to live a meaningful life. We believe it is our responsibility to not only meet the needs of each individual we support but also to partner with our supported-individuals to help them reach milestones, achieve their goals, and make their dreams a reality. Person-centeredness is not just a trend or buzzword to us; it&rsquo;s a philosophy that embodies each Direct Support Professional we hire. Our mission is to be a partner in choice and independence by collaborating with individuals and their families to provide high-quality lifetime supports that will empower them to thrive in their community.</p> http://continuumcolo.org/

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Experienced

$13.85 - $13.85 Hourly

Overview: </div></div><div class=" row" aria-label="Description" name="description"><div class="row formRowStandard " id="jobDesc-row"> <div class="formLine"><span class="fbText ignore-global-css" name="jobDesc"><p><span><span><u><strong>Apply Now - $1000 Signing Bonus!</strong></u></span></span></p><p><strong>Continuum of Colorado </strong>is seeking <strong>Activities Assistants </strong>for our various day programs around the Denver, CO Metro area:<br><br>East Day Program - Aurora, CO<br>West Day Program - Littleton, CO<br><br>You'll get to provide supports to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and have fun while doing so!<br><br>We're looking to fill these positions IMMEDIATELY! These are full-time positions at 36 hours/week.</p><p>Here at Continuum of Colorado we recognize the important work that our Activities Assistants do and we want to show our appreciation with a <strong>$1000 signing bonus </strong>to welcome you to our team!</p><p><span><span><strong>Why is Continuum of Colorado so great to work for?</strong></span></span></p><ul><li><span><span>Competitive pay $13.85/hr</span></span></li><li><span><span>$1000 Signing Bonus!</span></span></li><li><span><span>Great work-life balance where a full-time workweek = 36 hours week, working 4 days</span></span></li><li><span><span>Tuition reimbursement program (after working full time for at least one year)</span></span></li><li><span><span>Certified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program</span></span></li><li><span><span>Employer-paid training with a supportive team</span></span></li><li><span><span>Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay</span></span></li><li><span><span>Health, dental, vision insurance</span></span></li><li><span><span>401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%</span></span></li><li><span><span>Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plans</span></span></li><li><span><span>Onsite gym for employee use</span></span></li><li><span><span>Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance</span></span></li><li><span><span>Short- and long-term disability insurance</span></span></li><li><span><span>Discounts on auto and homeowners insurance</span></span></li><li><span><span>Employee assistance program</span></span></li><li><span><span>Credit union membership</span></span></li></ul><p><span><span><strong><br/><br/>
Responsibilities: what you’ll get to do as our Activities Assistant!</strong></span></span></p><p><span><span>This is a rewarding position where you get to supervise and interact with a small group of individuals while facilitating the following:</span></span></p><ul><li><span><span>Community activities such as visiting new museum exhibits and area venues</span></span></li><li><span><span>Site-based activities such as skill building and memory exercises including sensory fun, gardening, games, arts and crafts, socializing, singing and music activities</span></span></li><li><span><span>Physical fitness</span></span></li><li><span><span>Community volunteer projects</span></span></li><li><span><span>Hobby development</span></span></li></ul><p><span><span>Your role as an Activities Assistant will help participants become active members of their community; help them develop skills for future success; and provide meaningful activities to enhance their quality of life while providing a safe and nurturing environment.</span></span></p></span></div></div></div><div class="underlinedHeader underlinedHeaderView"><div class="leftContent">
Requirements: <div class=" row"> <div id="jobQualifications-row" class="row formRowStandard "> <div class="formLine"> <p><strong>Must have's to be our Activities Assistant!</strong></p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED</li> <li>One (1) year experience in an area directly related to job, preferred (i.e., developmental disabilities, elderly, etc.)</li> <li>Be a committed, caring, dependable and hardworking person</li> <li>Able to pass and maintain certification in all required training</li> <li>Able to perform needed personal care and medical procedures</li> <li>Able to use crisis intervention techniques as trained by Continuum and as directed by our participants&rsquo; service plan where applicable</li> <li>Able to operate a wheelchair appropriately and assist with individuals who may be non-ambulatory, including transfers; able to meet physical demands of the position</li> <li>Ability to read, write and converse in English and perform simple math calculations</li> <li>Able to perform basic food preparation as applicable</li> <li>Personal vehicle in good operating condition for use during work</li> <li>Valid Colorado driver&rsquo;s license/proof of insurance</li> <li>Meet our driving requirements - no suspensions or revocations in the past 3 years/less than 3 tickets in the past 3 years</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> </div>