What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Support Professional-SWEP Program position at Center for Developmentally Disabled?
Seasonal Support Professional (Part-Time
Kansas City Metro Area-$19.00
If you enjoy coaching others, working in the community, and helping individuals build real-world employment skills, this seasonal opportunity may be a great fit. Join CDD’s PALS University Summer Work Experience Program (SWEP) as a Seasonal Support Professional, supporting individuals as they participate in paid and volunteer work experiences throughout the summer.
This is a temporary, seasonal role designed specifically to support summer programming and does not extend beyond the program term.
Why You’ll Love Working at CDD
Purpose-Driven Work: Help individuals build confidence, skills, and independence through meaningful employment experiences
Hands-On Impact: Work directly in community-based job and volunteer settings
Supportive Team: Collaborate closely with Employment Specialists and program leadership
Seasonal Flexibility: Temporary summer role ideal for those seeking short-term, meaningful work
What You’ll Do
If you are passionate about developing people, strengthening services, and advancing a mission that truly matters, we encourage you to apply.
About CDD
For over five decades, Center for Developmentally Disabled has partnered with individuals with developmental disabilities to support meaningful lives rooted in independence, opportunity, and inclusion. Our mission is to ensure that each person/child who is supported reaches their fullest potential by being centered on dignity, choice, and community. We are seeking leaders who share that commitment.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Apply today at www.CDDKC.org and start changing lives tomorrow!
- Seasonal)
Kansas City Metro Area-$19.00
If you enjoy coaching others, working in the community, and helping individuals build real-world employment skills, this seasonal opportunity may be a great fit. Join CDD’s PALS University Summer Work Experience Program (SWEP) as a Seasonal Support Professional, supporting individuals as they participate in paid and volunteer work experiences throughout the summer.
This is a temporary, seasonal role designed specifically to support summer programming and does not extend beyond the program term.
Why You’ll Love Working at CDD
Purpose-Driven Work: Help individuals build confidence, skills, and independence through meaningful employment experiences
Hands-On Impact: Work directly in community-based job and volunteer settings
Supportive Team: Collaborate closely with Employment Specialists and program leadership
Seasonal Flexibility: Temporary summer role ideal for those seeking short-term, meaningful work
What You’ll Do
- Provide on-the-job coaching, instruction, and skill modeling
- Support individuals in community employment and volunteer placements
- Assist with attendance tracking and timekeeping procedures
- Implement individualized employment goals and activities
- Complete required documentation and progress notes
- Communicate updates and observations to the Employment Specialist
- Assist individuals with workplace routines and expectations
- Attend required trainings, meetings, and orientation sessions
- Ability to work independently and adapt in community settings
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Person-centered, empathetic approach to support
- Basic computer skills
- Willingness to complete required training prior to program start
- Ability to follow safety guidelines and universal precautions
- Part-time, seasonal position during the Summer Work Program
- Hours vary by location and assignment
- Orientation and training required prior to program start
- Non-exempt, temporary role
- Required: High school diploma or GED
- Preferred: One year of related experience
If you are passionate about developing people, strengthening services, and advancing a mission that truly matters, we encourage you to apply.
About CDD
For over five decades, Center for Developmentally Disabled has partnered with individuals with developmental disabilities to support meaningful lives rooted in independence, opportunity, and inclusion. Our mission is to ensure that each person/child who is supported reaches their fullest potential by being centered on dignity, choice, and community. We are seeking leaders who share that commitment.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Apply today at www.CDDKC.org and start changing lives tomorrow!
Salary : $19