Job Details:

Job Type

Full and Part-time

Apply Now - $2,000.00 Signing Bonus for full-time and $750.00 for part-time!*

Continuum of Colorado is seeking a part-time Activities Assistant for our various day programs and community-based activities around the Denver, CO Metro area.

We are looking for someone who is committed to providing excellent customer service and supports to seniors and/or adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our site-based day programs are located in Aurora and Littleton, CO. While on-site you would be assisting with crafts, exercises, and day-to-day program needs. Our community-based activities, which require more driving responsibilities and working independently, will focus on supporting the individuals we serve on their community outings to museums, parks, bowling, and other fun activities.

Our program operates Monday through Friday. We are hiring for both full-time and part-time positions with a schedule of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Friday availability is required.

Requirements to be our Activities Assistant

• NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! 
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Colorado driver's license; proof of insurance; 3 years of current, consecutive driving history
• Meet our driving requirements - no suspensions or revocations in the past 3 years. Less than 3 tickets in the past 3 years

Preferred

• One (1) year experience in an area directly related to job, preferred (i.e., developmental disabilities, elderly, etc.)
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
• Working knowledge of the I/DD system, rules, and regulations

We are committed to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization and our partnership with the IDD community. Our work is rooted in the firm belief that all people deserve respect and dignity, where we embrace and celebrate varied identities, preferences, and perspectives. These values are essential to our organization’s excellence and to achieving our objective of a more equitable and inclusive community for all. We will ensure our systems, policies, practices, actions, and communications are equitable, including how we attract, hire, engage, develop, promote, retain, and retire BIPOC and other underrepresented or marginalized talents. We intentionally engage in an ongoing process of active learning and growth to advance a culture reflective of a shared purpose and belonging.

Starting Salary & Benefits
$19 - $20 / hourly + Signing Bonus*!    

Here at Continuum of Colorado we recognize the important work that our Activities Assistants do. We want to show our appreciation with a $2,000.00 signing bonus for new full-time and $750.00 for new part-time employees* who are working at least 18 hours a week.

If consistently working 18 hours per week or more, employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Same day pay available with Tapcheck 
• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Flexible work schedule
• 401(k) investment plan
• Employer paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Certified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Tuition reimbursement program, eligible after 1 year of full-time employment*
• Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plans
• Employee assistance program
• Employer-paid training 

Additional Responsibilities

This is a rewarding position where you get to supervise and interact one on one or with a small group of individuals while facilitating the following:

• Community activities such as visiting new museum exhibits, nature walks, swimming, bowling and other area venue
• Site-based activities such as skill building and memory exercises including sensory fun, gardening, games, arts and crafts, socializing, singing and music activities
• Meeting individuals in services' needs for transportation
• Implementing and documenting Individualized Service and Support Plans (ISSP), care plans and protocols
• Physical fitness
• Community volunteer projects
• Hobby development

Your role as an Activities Assistant will help participants become active members of their community; help them develop skills for future success; and provide meaningful activities to enhance their quality of life.

*Eligibility and total amount approved may vary; see program details for more information.