Overview
After-School Program Assistant Jobs in Naples, FL at STARability Foundation
ABOUT US:
The STARability Foundation Supports people with disabilities by providing life-transforming opportunities that emphasize Teamwork and connection to the community to build Awareness and Respect for individual abilities. STARability serves individuals with intellectual and developmental challenges in Southwest Florida, where we provide lifetime support and opportunities. STARability opens up a calendar of engaging activities with innovative and creative programs focusing on continuing education, teamwork, and community involvement.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Program Assistant is an integral member of the STARability Foundation. The Program Assistant has a passion for advocating for participants and is dedicated to building proficiency in these skills: self determination and advocacy, health and safety, communication and socialization, leisure and recreation, transportation, community participation and personal finance, career path and employment, and home living. As a Program Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting our dedicated team of Instructors and Academy Program Specialists, engaging directly with participants, assisting in lessons, facilitating vocational training, coordinating community activities, and providing coverage across program areas as needed.
SCHEDULE:
Daily schedule is from 3PM-6PM. Participants are present until 5:30PM; the last 30 minutes will be used for resetting, cleaning up, and preparing for the next day with the Jr TBA Lead. On CCPS Early Dismissal Days, the schedule is from 11AM-6PM. There is currently no program on CCPS holidays or breaks.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Uphold STARability’s Core Values of Support, Teamwork, Awareness, and Respect.
- Assists in implementing a learning curriculum designed to sustain high-quality activities aligned with the individual participants’ specific learning and development needs and preferences.
- Actively engages program participants during all activities in the community, on-site or virtual classes.
- Gather materials and supplies for weekly lesson plans for in-person learning.
- Support participants to maintain clean and organized programs and work environments.
- Provide individual and small group assistance to help all participants master skills taught by Instructors and Academy Program Specialists during community and center-based activities, ensuring a positive experience tailored to their specific needs and available program resources. Flexibility with group assignments is expected.
- Complete daily attendance tracking and regular head counts to ensure safety. Evaluate and assess all learning environments from multiple perspectives in decision-making regarding health promotion and physical activity for individuals with disabilities, advocating for a healthy lifestyle throughout all activities.
- Engage in feedback sessions with supervisors to contribute to improving programs and support services for participants.
- Effectively communicates with family and other professionals supporting participants through written and verbal means. Texting on personal electronic devices is strictly forbidden to communicate support needs or disclose information.
- Proficiently employs and supports adaptive modes of communication to assist individuals facing language and communication barriers.
- Interacts and develops positive and professional relationships with individuals with disabilities, their families, and community members.
- Convey support requirements concerning health, behavior, or any other issues that may arise during scheduled activities.
- Seek immediate leadership support and guidance from Instructors and Academy Program Specialists to ensure quality and effective support for program participants.
- Additional duties as assigned, including supporting all Academy programs and groups, including attending and participating in STARability social events and fundraising galas.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Stand or sit for long periods periodically.
- May occasionally lift at least 50 pounds unassisted and perform emergency physical interaction techniques, including lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, blocking, and grabbing with or without assistance.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED required, associate degree preferred; and at least two years of experience as a teaching assistant, paraprofessional, or direct support professional.
- Demonstrates flexibility, patience, and the capability to manage diverse situations, including assisting participants by verbally prompting them with personal care tasks (e.g., changing clothing, using the restroom), addressing problem behavior such as inappropriate verbal statements, and handling instances of aggressiveness.
- Ability to perform cleaning tasks (moving heavy furniture and appliances on rollers, pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, and overhead reaching).
- Ability to communicate with a wide variety of individuals within the community.
- Observe, ask questions, listen actively, and give and accept feedback effectively
- Excellent time management, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize workload.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and database systems.
- Competency in virtual platforms like Zoom and willingness to learn new technology for educational instruction.
- Employment offer contingent on background checks, abuse registry, and reference checks.
Pay: $20.00 – $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Title: After-School Program Assistant
Company: STARability Foundation
Location: Naples, FL
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