Program Assistant (41356)

GOODWILL OF THE GULF COAST

Job Description

TITLE: Program Assistant - Kaleidoscope DATE WRITTEN: 07/2020

DEPARTMENT: Mission Services SUPERVISED BY: Day Program Manager

SUPERVISES: Participants STATUS: Part-time or Full-Time, Non-exempt

Mission Contribution: To provide a safe and enriching environment for young adults with disabilities and respite to caregivers.

Function: Assist with the daily operations of Kaleidoscope, a recreation and leisure program serving young adults with developmental disabilities.

Essential Functions: (must be able to perform these functions, with or without a reasonable accommodation).

1. Assists with the implementation of program activities related to the growth and development of young adults with developmental disabilities in the areas of self-sufficiency, leisure, educational skills, employment readiness, leadership skills and character development.
2. Makes sure that all participants are adequately engaged and involved in activities driven by the participants individual needs and goals.
3. Participate in the research of and development of activities that will enhance the quality of life and interest of young adults with disabilities.
4. Provides supervision and positive interactions with participants throughout the day actively promoting respect, acceptance and encouragement, using positive behavior intervention techniques to modify inappropriate behavior when necessary.
5. Assist with obtaining and distributing lunches and snacks.
6. Make sure that company equipment and supplies are handled responsibly and report any problems to supervisor.
7. Assists with daily cleaning duties in the program area (including regular sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, disinfecting tables, chairs, washing dishes, utensils, and emptying trash). Completes other cleaning duties as assigned.
8. Accompany and supervise participants while actively participating in field trips making sure that all participants are safe, engaged in activities and accounted for.
9. May assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs) including eating, toileting, hygiene and ambulation.
10. Participate in special events including fundraisers, holiday events or public awareness opportunities along side participants.
11. Makes sure that participant information is kept confidential and that records are secured at all times.
12. Communicates regularly with supervisor regarding participant or program progress and other issues.
13. Stays current on special population issues by participating in on-going training and professional development opportunities including seminars, conferences, in-house training and through personal research.
14. Stays informed of community, agency, and program information through inter-office communications, and attendance at staff meetings.
15. Acts as a positive and professional role model when representing Goodwill.
16. Regular attendance and adherence to scheduled hours, as outlined in Goodwills policy, is required.
17. Other duties as assigned.

Skills, knowledge and abilities: (these are required to enable job holder to perform the essential functions of the job).

1. Must be knowledgeable about how to interact with people with all types of disabilities and to maximize their potential for self-sufficiency.
2. Must be able to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people.
3. Must be able to market Goodwill and explain the mission to the general public.
4. Must possess good organizational and time management skills.
5. Must be able to take initiative, make decisions and work well with little supervision.
6. Must be able to keep information confidential.
7. Must h