Activity Specialist

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others? Are you looking for an opportunity to support individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities while helping them build valuable job and life skills? If so, join our supportive and caring team as an Activity Specialist!

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Hourly Wage: $18.00 an hour

$600 Sign-On Bonus - Receive a $600 bonus after successfully completing 90 days of employment.

3705 Marlane Dr, Grove City, OH 43123

500 N. Hamilton Rd, Gahanna, OH 43230

4200 Bixby Rd, Groveport, OH 43125

ARC Voyagers is an organization that values people. We recognize our employees are our greatest strength, and we reward them with great benefits.

• Paid Time Off, holidays and leave options to balance work and personal life.
• Comprehensive health insurance provided through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA), including employer paid allowance
• 100% Employer paid dental and vision plans to meet you and your family’s healthcare needs
• $25,000 basic life insurance paid by employer
• Voluntary life, disability and other insurance plans to complement your lifestyle.
• 403(b) savings plan with company match 50% of employee deferral up to 6%
• Access to employee assistance program
• Opportunities for training, education assistance and professional growth

At ARC Voyagers, we believe everyone deserves opportunities to build independence, develop new skills, and be an active part of their community. As an Activity Specialist, you’ll provide individualized support while creating meaningful experiences that help individuals reach their goals, explore their interests, and live life to the fullest. Here’s how you’ll make an impact:

• Provide person centered support by following each individual’s ISP and tailoring support to their unique goals, abilities, interests, and needs.
• Create meaningful experiences by planning and leading educational, recreational, social, and community based activities that promote engagement and personal growth.
• Encourage independence by teaching and reinforcing daily living, social, communication, and other skills that help individuals achieve greater independence.
• Promote community inclusion by supporting individuals as they participate in community activities, build relationships, and explore new experiences.
• Provide personal care and daily support as needed, including assistance with daily living activities, mobility, and personal care.
• Build confidence and self advocacy by treating every individual with dignity and respect while encouraging them to make choices and advocate for themselves.
• Create a safe and supportive environment by following health, safety, PPE, infection control, and agency policies.
• Provide safe transportation using ARC Voyagers vehicles, including assisting individuals with entering and exiting vehicles and completing required safety checks.
• Document and communicate progress by accurately recording services, observations, and individual progress and providing input for ISP development and updates.
• Support vehicle readiness by completing routine cleaning and sanitizing and reporting maintenance or safety concerns.
• Make a lasting impact by helping individuals discover their strengths, try new things, build meaningful connections, and achieve greater independence.

• 21+ with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• People focused with a positive, patient, and encouraging attitude
• Strong communication and relation shipbuilding skills
• Comfortable working independently while staying organized and professional
• Passionate about helping individuals achieve personal…