Opportunity Knocks is hiring a
OUR MISSION & OUR TEAM
Opportunity Knocks exists to support people with different abilities as they live, work, learn, grow and connect within their community. We believe in a dynamic, person-centered, and community-based approach to programming that engages the voice of all Warriors.
We also believe in a dynamic, person-centered workforce that includes the voices of all varieties of humans. We strive to build our team with that ideal in mind. Everyone has something to offer this mission. Come bring what you have.
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POSITION TITLE**:** Program Leader
DIRECT SUPERVISOR**:** Program Coordinator
JOB PURPOSE: The program leader will work under the direction of the program coordinator to plan, develop, lead, support, and enhance a safe, interactive, and engaging program experience for the Warriors of Opportunity Knocks.
EXPECTATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Planning/Coordination
Work cooperatively with the program coordinator and other program leaders in program planning and implementation to achieve the goals and objectives of the program as set forth by Opportunity Knocks
Collaborate with the program coordinator to implement pre and post-assessments as part of the lesson plans
Adhere to specific planning requirements, criteria, and deadlines developed during program planning meetings
Create and implement appropriate daily activity plans
Work to develop daily activities that are accessible to all Warriors
Coordinate opportunities to utilize volunteers within OK programs
Direct Service
Lead activities during Opportunity Knocks programs, and when not leading an activity work to engage Warriors in OK programs
Engage with Warriors during programs
Bridge interactions between Warriors and other community members that may connect to programs - may include volunteers, partners, interns, etc.
Assist Warriors in making transitions during OK programs
Be open to working with Warriors of all abilities
Be available to assist Warriors in fulfilling their specific toileting and/or feeding needs during OK programs
Foster a safe and supportive learning environment for all Warriors during OK programs
Team Collaboration/Work Ethic
Participate in the group program planning in OK programs
Attend staff meetings, planning meetings that may include but are not limited to staff planning meetings, parent meetings, vocation, and volunteer meetings, and community networking meetings
Attend in-service training
Understands the rights to privacy, demonstrates confidentiality, and respect for differences among all persons interacting with individuals with disabilities.
Special projects may be assigned, expectations will be set forth at the onset of each project.
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OK COMMITTMENT TO INCLUSION-DIVERSITY-EQUITY
We will take a mindful and active role to ensure that we achieve diversity in all aspects of our organization and our work. Such diversity will reflect the culturally rich and vibrant community that we represent. We will openly welcome people of all backgrounds and seek to foster a culture of respect, openness, learning, integrity, and honesty.