Seasonal Openings: School-Year
Are you looking for a weekend job throughout the school-year? Join Our Creative Crew!
Stepping Stones has part-time seasonal job openings available in our weekend recreation programs for youth and adults with disabilities!Throughout the school-year, we operate Saturday Clubs and Weekend Respites at two scenic Greater Cincinnati locations. To lead adaptive activities for participants and promote an inclusive community that celebrates all abilities, we’re now hiring for our Fall 2023 – Spring 2024 program season. Join us in building pathways to independence.
About Our Team:
We are proud of our long history of providing valuable, field work experience for college students pursuing future careers in Special Education, Social Work, Therapeutic Recreation, Nursing or other related fields. Others come to us without prior experience in the field — and that’s okay!Our program community welcomes staff from all backgrounds! You will receive all the training and tools you need to perform your role well.
Weekend Respite Overnight Counselor (Allyn Campus)
Weekend work opportunities in Greater Cincinnati are available at Stepping Stones’ 47-acre Camp Allyn location in Batavia.
The Overnight Weekend Respite program hosts teens and adults with disabilities for two-day retreats where they build independence and socialize with their peers. To support participants in having an enriching program experience and ensure safety, we are hiring Overnight Respite Counselors to be paired with a cabin throughout their stay.
Overnight Respite Counselors lead groups of participants in art, nature and other recreation activities in the daytime. In the evenings, everyone comes together for dances, talent shows, holiday celebrations and other program events.
The live-in, Overnight Respites positions accommodate staff with lodging and meals. The team arrives on Friday afternoon at 5 pm to stay and work through ~3:30 pm.
WHEN WILL YOU BE WORKING
- There are a total of seven Overnight Weekend Respite sessions spanning throughout the Fall 2023 to Spring 2024 school-year
- Friday afternoon at 5:00 pm – Sunday afternoon at 3:30 pm
- Click here to review the full calendar with dates!
GAIN EXPERIENCE IN:
- Leading adaptive activities for individuals with autism, Down syndrome and other disabilities
- Utilizing various communication skills — i.e. ASL, visual and devices
- State and local documentation — reporting progress on participants’ personal goals
- Leading participants and volunteers while navigating an activity schedule
- Providing an inclusive space that supports participant needs
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- First Aid & CPR Certification at no cost to you
WORK REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be age 18 or above with a high school diploma or GED.
- Ability to successfully complete all background check requirements
- Ability to complete all online and in-person trainings
- Ability to lift up to 50 LBs per day
LOCATION: 1414 Lake Allyn Road, Batavia, Ohio 45103
COMPENSATION: $100 per day as well as weekend lodging and meals. (Staff who work 5 out of the 7 sessions receive a bonus!)
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Saturday Club Counselor (Given Campus)
Stepping Stones’ popular Saturday Young Adults Club programs operate throughout the school-year at our Given Campus In Indian Hill. These social programs provide children, teens and young adults with the opportunity to socialize with their peers while staying active and having fun. As a Saturday Club Counselor, you will gain leadership skills while engaging participants in art, nature, music and other seasonal recreation activities. Counselors also ensure a safe and inclusive atmosphere while supporting participants with personal care.
WHEN WILL YOU BE WORKING?
- FALL 2023: Twice a month with 8:30 am – 3 pm & 3 pm – 9 pm shifts
- WINTER & SPRING 2024: Weekly from 8:30 am – 3 pm
GAIN EXPERIENCE IN:
- Executing adaptive recreation activities for multiple age groups
- Exposure to IEPs and goal-tracking
- Documentation for the State of Ohio and other local officials
- Leading small participant groups while navigating a daily activity schedule
- Providing an inclusive space that supports everyone’s needs and level of ability
- Risk assessment and conflict resolution
- First Aid & CPR Certification at no cost to you
WORK REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be a minimum of age 16 or above. Age 18 with a high school diploma or GED preferred.
- Ability to successfully complete all background check requirements
- Ability to complete all online and in-person trainings
- Ability to lift up to 50 LBs per day
ARE YOU A LICENSED NURSE? View openings on our nursing team, here.
No one should be denied employment, services or volunteer opportunities at Stepping Stones on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, disability, age or ancestry.
