Description

Wayfinder Family Services ensures that children, youth, and adults facing challenges always have a place to turn.

Wayfinder is committed to advancing IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility).

Wayfinder believes inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility are essential to our excellence and our mission's execution. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA , veterans and differently-abled persons are encouraged to apply.

In exchange for your talent, Wayfinder offers an excellent benefits package, which includes the following:

• This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Competitive salary - Sign-on bonus for eligible roles
• Flexible schedules depending on the position (some offering hybrid)
• Medical insurance with a $30 premium per paycheck coverage plan (employee-only)
• Dental insurance 100% employer paid for HMO coverage plan (employee-only)
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 4%
• 11 paid holidays per year and a generous paid time off policy
• Five paid winter holidays (between Christmas Eve & New Year's Day)
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Robust training opportunities: Shared Core Practice Model, Trauma-Informed Care, Evidence-based Practices
• Clinical Supervision for licensure

Compensation:

In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Role Summary

The primary purpose of the Recreation Program Assistant is to assist the department in planning, implementing, and evaluating recreation, camping, and adapted physical activity programs for individuals who are blind and have low vision. Additionally, the Program Assistant will provide administrative support for community-based programs.

• Participates in the development and teaching of recreation, sports, and adapted physical activity programming within the Recreation Department including for Camp Bloomfield, the VISIONS: Adventures in Learning program, and other programs as needed.
• Coordinates enrollment registrations and ensures the required documentation are completed and received, promptly according to policies, procedures, and regulations within the Recreation Department including for Camp Bloomfield, and VISIONS: Adventures in Learning programs.
• Coordinates driving schedules for the Recreation Department, VISIONS programs, and Camp Bloomfield as needed. Ensures that drivers are updated with any changing schedules.
• Provides transportation for the Recreation Department and Camp Bloomfield by driving agency vehicles.
• Acts as a liaison with families and schools to ensure timely pick-ups and drop-offs. Updates driving schedules as needed. Works with the Administrative Services Assistant to schedule van usage.
• Serves as a point-of-contact by checking in and interacting with parents on arrival and departure days for Camp Bloomfield and VISIONS programs.
• Develops and maintains ongoing communication with the recreation programs’ participants and families in a timely and professional manner.
• Assists with accepting and screening incoming phone calls and emails and handles phone calls and emails promptly.
• Prepares email marketing materials for program events as directed by the Recreation Programs Manager.
• Participates in the development of Wayfinder special events.
• Maintains office and storage area caring for equipment to ensure equipment is operating in a clean, safe, and organized manner.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or has an associate degree or higher in Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education, Special Education, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of one year of experience providing administrative and/or recreation program support to a department or manager.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the English language including, grammar, spelling, and punctuation (bilingual in Spanish preferred).
• Excellent verbal, written, and telephone communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of office methods, procedures, and practices.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of office machines and equipment.

Employee Wellness & Safety

Wayfinder is committed to creating an environment where employees and clients are safe. To meet this goal, we ask that employees be fully vaccinated (including boosters, where applicable) against the COVID-19 virus as a condition of employment. All staff must demonstrate evidence of the first vaccine dose on or before their employment start date. Wayfinder will consider requests for exemption based on religious beliefs or medical accommodations. Wayfinder requires a thorough background screening process that includes fingerprinting and a health screening.

Trauma-Informed Care

Wayfinder practices Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognize the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma. Employees integrate the knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices to prevent re-traumatization which promotes the healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities.

Wayfinder is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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