Program Leader, Healthcare, Community Health, Health Education & Promotion

OUR MISSION & OUR TEAM

Opportunity Knocks exists to support people with different abilities as they live, work, learn, grow and connect within their community. We believe in a dynamic, person-centered, and community-based approach to programming that engages the voice of all Warriors.

We also believe in a dynamic, person-centered workforce that includes the voices of all varieties of humans. We strive to build our team with that ideal in mind. Everyone has something to offer this mission. Come bring what you have.

Our dynamic, person-centered and community-based day program engages the voice of all Warriors, thrives on interdependent connections, encourages exploration, centers on holistic wellness and fosters healthy relationships. Activity offerings vary and evolve with Warrior input.

PROGRAM LEADER

DIRECT SUPERVISOR:
Program Coordinator

The Program Leader at Opportunity Knocks is responsible for planning and leading activities for individuals with intellectual and developmental differences, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all participants. This role primarily involves direct service, coordinating volunteer involvement, and collaborating with the program team to achieve organizational goals, while fostering a safe, supportive, positive, and inclusive environment for participants.

• Operate within the guidelines of this job description
• At all times, communicate and interact with Warriors in a manner that is respectful and age‑appropriate
• Commitment, understanding, and passion for the organization’s mission, goals, and philosophies
• Adhere to the standards and expectations set forth in the employee handbook
• Ability to commit to full‑time work schedule – mostly in‑person, some remote flexibility for administrative duties
• Complete Direct Support Professional Training and maintain Continuing Education

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to work independently on projects and assignments
• Ability to work effectively on a team – may include other staff members, board members, volunteers, and representatives from other partner agencies
• Proficient or comfort in becoming proficient in providing all variety of support to Warriors of all abilities
• Demonstrates good problem‑solving skills, judgment, and ethical standards
• A valid driver’s license with the comfort to serve in transport role, using OK vehicles to transport Warriors during programs

• First Aid and CPR certification – if not held upon hire, complete training within 90 days
• Seizure first aid certification – if not held upon hire, complete training within 90 days
• CPI or behavior management training certification – if not held upon hire, complete training within 90 days
• Background or experience working in programs for young people with mixed abilities in an educational or recreational setting
• Past experience either working or volunteering with individuals with intellectual and developmental differences in a school or recreational program setting
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office platform and Google applications

• Work cooperatively with the program coordinator and other program leaders in program planning and implementation to achieve the goals and objectives of the program as set forth by Opportunity Knocks
• Collaborate with the program coordinator to implement pre and post‑assessments as part of the lesson plans
• Adhere to specific planning requirements, criteria, and deadlines developed during program planning meetings
• Create and implement appropriate daily activity plans
• Develop and oversee assigned program initiatives (i.e., Wellness, Social & Recreation, Life Skills, Community Connections) through year‑round calendar planning, project execution, and timely completion of established deliverables
• Work to develop daily activities that are accessible to all Warriors
• Coordinate opportunities to utilize volunteers within OK programs
• Assist Program coordinator in day to day planning

• Coordinate and facilitate designated OK initiatives (i.e. peer lead planning)
• Lead activities during Opportunity Knocks programs, and…