Description

Summary/Objective

The Encore DSP will be responsible for the coordination of the entire social/activity program within the facility; to include and consider all client's needs, interests, and abilities. Strive to enrich the client's lifestyle by promoting an optimum level of constructive and quality leisure time activities.

Essential Job Functions

• Develops and promotes recreation programs including music, dance, arts and crafts, cultural arts, nature study, social recreation, and physically and mentally stimulating exercises.
• Promotes an atmosphere that encourages self-expression of individuals' needs, concerns, abilities, and choices.
• Knowledgeable of and implements all safety, universal precautions, and Company policies/procedures for protecting individuals, coworkers, and self.
• Establishes and maintains a good rapport and supportive relationship with all individuals and families.
• Identifies and utilizes individuals' knowledge, skills, and talents.
• Keeps abreast of current events within the community and utilizes available resources.
• Organizes and maintains both daily and monthly schedules of activities. Informs and assists individuals regarding activities.
• Interprets recreation services to the public and participates in community meetings and organizational planning.
• Maintains files as follows:
  • Individual information about personal interests, abilities, needs, etc. - Social History
  • Community resources
  • Volunteer sources
  • Activity resource materials
  • Inventory of craft and project supplies
  • Record of expenditures
  • Submits budget for program development.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong knowledge of the local community, area, and region.
• Must have excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and e-mail.
• Need to be at least 21 years of age with a valid driver's license for the safe operation of the company vehicle.
• Previous experience working with the senior population is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to work with your hands, walk, stoop, kneel, bend and reach with hands and arms
• The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• Monday through Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm

Required Education and Experience

• A high school diploma required.
• Experience managing calendars.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.