Recreation Group Leader

Job Details

Job Location:

Family Support Programs (14) - Needham, MA 02492
Position Type:
Per Diem
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $20.00 - $23.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Any

Recreation Group Leaders support multiple individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (/DD) in site-based and/or community-based settings.

• Integrate individuals into the community and actively participate in community-based activities.
• Provide adequate supervision for all individuals at all times while in the community.
• Support individuals with:
  • Behavior management
  • Personal development
  • Social skills
  • Communication
  • Physical development
  • Activities of daily living
• Create opportunities for recreational and enrichment activities such as:
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Arts and crafts
  • Swimming
  • Exercise
  • Music
• Provide personal care as needed, including:
  • Assistance with meals
  • Toileting support
  • Feeding assistance
• Organize and facilitate groups of up to at least five individuals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Interpersonal Skills
  • Interact with others in a positive, professional, and respectful manner.
  • Build relationships across all levels of the agency to enhance communication and collaboration.
• Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Collaborate effectively with team members and management to meet department and agency goals.
  • Remain flexible and open to new or additional assignments.
• Dependability
  • Complete job responsibilities accurately and consistently.
  • Demonstrate reliability and follow-through.
• Communication
  • Communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written forms.
  • Listen actively and use feedback to improve performance.
  • Present information clearly in individual and group settings.
• Planning and Organization
  • Manage time and resources effectively to meet deadlines.
  • Adapt to changing priorities.
  • Balance multiple tasks while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Responsibility
  • Follow all company policies, procedures, and professional standards.
  • Conduct all business relationships in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Attendance
  • Arrive on time and adhere to assigned schedules and program routines.
  • Meet agency attendance expectations.
  • Attend all required meetings and trainings promptly.
• Initiative
  • Demonstrate independence in thinking, planning, and problem solving.
  • Take proactive steps to improve work performance and program quality.
• Management
  • Support and uphold agency policies and objectives.
  • Lead by example through personal conduct and performance.
• Data Collection
  • Accurately collect and report data as required.
  • Compile information and prepare reports in a timely manner.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least two years of direct experience working with adults with /DD.
• Successful completion and maintenance of the following trainings:
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Human Rights
  • Universal Precautions
  • Mandated Reporting
  • DPPC (Disabled Persons Protection Commission)
  • Fire Safety
  • Vehicle Safety
• Working knowledge of behavior modification techniques.
• Willingness to authorize a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check.
• Willingness to release information regarding any allegations or investigations from the following agencies:
  • DPPC
  • Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
  • Other applicable agencies