Community Activities Assistant

**For a limited time, all new hires are eligible for benchmark incentive payments totaling up to $1000.00! Please visit the Employee Benefits page on our website for more details.** Under the supervision of the Director of Employment & Meaningful Day Services, the Community Activities Assistant supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in exploring and engaging in meaningful opportunities throughout Montgomery County and surrounding communities. Using a person-centered approach, this role helps people build relationships, pursue personal interests, increase independence, and participate fully in their communities. **JOB-SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** •Assist the Community Activities Coordinator in identifying, coordinating, and facilitating community activities, educational opportunities, social connections, and skill-building experiences for the people we support. •Promote community inclusion, relationship-building, independence, self-advocacy, and self-determination through person-centered supports. •Provide travel training and transportation support, including route planning, schedule interpretation, fare payment, and transportation safety instruction to increase independence and confidence using public transportation. •Support participation in community outings, volunteer opportunities, recreational experiences, and other meaningful day activities throughout Montgomery County and surrounding areas. •Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the people we support during aquatic and water-based activities, including swimming programs and recreational outings. •Complete required documentation accurately and on time, and participate in team meetings, trainings, and other program-related activities as assigned. •Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. **QUALIFICATIONS** •High school diploma or GED required. •Experience supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred. •Commitment to person-centered practices and community inclusion. •Ability and willingness to participate in aquatic activities and provide support in swimming environments; must be comfortable in the water and able to swim proficiently. •Ability to independently navigate Montgomery County and assist people we support in safely using public transportation to access community activities, employment, volunteer opportunities, and other destinations. •Ability to obtain required certifications and complete background screenings.