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Make a Difference / Who We Are:

Pioneer Resources is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.  Our mission is to help people with disabilities and seniors obtain independence and dignity by creating opportunities for participation in the community using our four pillars of service:

• A place to live; affordable housing and specialized homes
• A place to learn; vocational training, ABA therapy & community living supports programs
• A place to grow and play; Pioneer Trails camping and recreational programs
• A way to get there; one of the largest transportation fleets on the lakeshore

Pioneer Resources is a great place to work!  Members of our team are an energizing mix of veteran staff from over 38 years of experience to those only recently discovering their passion for helping others.   Our workforce respects the diversity of the people we serve and those we serve alongside.  Pioneer Resources offers a rewarding work experience that strategically meets the needs of our community while fostering employee success with personal fulfillment and work-life balance.  As an employee of Pioneer Resources, you will have the unique opportunity to touch the lives of those in your community every time you come to work!

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work: 

This is a part-time position that works on average less than 20 hours a week.  Additional hours may be required.  This position is expected to be offsite spending most of the time out in the community. Days and hours will vary based on planned community events. Due to the nature of the position, must be able to work some nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on the needs of the program; schedule may vary based on agency needs at the discretion of the direct supervisor and/or CEO.   

This is a grant funded position, guaranteed through the end of August 2024, but may continue after.

Summary: 

The Community Recreation Aide is responsible in assisting the Community Services Manager in the overall administration, coordination and reporting for LARC and Senior Programs.

Essential Functions: 

This is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of job functions.  This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee.  The employee is required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other duties, as assigned.  

The essential functions of this position include:

• Assisting in the design and implementation of grant-funded recreation opportunities to increase health outcomes for the adult population with I/DD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities).
• Specific activities include goal-setting/self-assessment, nutritional education, expanding health/wellness activities, and increasing access to health opportunities.
• Participating and/or leading community activities with members; providing hands-on assistance as needed (may require participation in water aerobics and other health/wellness activities).
• Documenting, communicating, and providing information to members about times, travel arrangements, and costs associated with events.
• Works closely with the Community Services Manager in creating and carrying out transportation routes for the LARC program.
• Verifying that receipts and payments for transportation and/or events are received and turned into the Community Services Manager.

Other duties as required or assigned.

Education/Talent Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that is acceptable according to Pioneer Resources’ Policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize both self and others’ workloads and work with minimal supervision; high degree of self-direction.
• Solid reasoning skills, including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong computer skills.

Work Experience Requirements: 

• Prior experience planning and executing recreation activities for seniors and/or individuals with disabilities a plus; will train the right candidate.

Travel: 

Must be willing and able to travel up to 10% for meetings, trainings and conferences.  Total travel expected to be less than 10%.  Company vehicle is not supplied; use of personal vehicle required unless transporting participants.

Work Environment: 

This position works in close proximity to people. While the majority of the work day is spent out in the community, employees in this position may work in an office setting. Employees must be comfortable working outdoors in all seasons for short periods of time e.g. assisting participant’s into a vehicle, taking participants on outings, etc.

Physical Demands of the Job: 

Light work. No more than 20 pounds with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.