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Make a Difference / Who We Are:

Pioneer Resources is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our mission is to help people with disabilities and seniors obtain independence and dignity by creating opportunities for participation in the community using our four pillars of service:

Pioneer Resources is a great place to work! Members of our team are an energizing mix of veteran staff from over 40 years of experience to those only recently discovering their passion for helping others. Our workforce respects the diversity of the people we serve and those we serve alongside. Pioneer Resources offers a rewarding work experience that strategically meets the needs of our community while fostering employee success with personal fulfillment and work-life balance. As an employee of Pioneer Resources, you will have the unique opportunity to touch the lives of those in your community every time you come to work!

Agency Values:

All positions within Pioneer Resources are expected to abide by the agency values of LEAD: Listen, Empathy, Acknowledge and Dignity. We engage and interact with our participants, residents, and co-workers each and every day by listening to their needs with empathy and understanding, while acknowledging everyone as an individual and treating all with the utmost dignity and respect.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work:

This is a part-time position that works on average less than 20 hours a week. Additional hours may be required. This position is expected to be offsite spending most of the time out in the community. Days and hours will vary based on planned community events. Due to the nature of the position, must be able to work some nights, weekends, holidays based on the needs of the programs; schedule may vary based on agency needs at the discretion of the direct supervisor and/or CEO.

Summary:

The Community Recreation Aide is responsible for assisting the Community Services Supervisor and Community Services Manager in the overall administration, coordination and reporting for LARC and Senior Programs.

Essential Functions:

This is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of job functions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee is required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other duties, as assigned.

The essential functions of this position include:

Other duties as required or assigned.

Education/Talent Requirements:

Work Experience Requirements:

Travel:

Total travel excepted to be 50-75% while performing community outings; a company vehicle may be supplied. Must be willing and able to travel up to 10% for meetings, trainings and conferences. Total travel expected to be less than 10%. Company vehicle is not supplied for non-outing travel; use of personal vehicle required unless transporting participants.

Work Environment:

This position works in close proximity to people. While the majority of the work day is spent out in the community, employees in this position may work in an office setting. Employees must be comfortable working outdoors in all seasons for short periods of time e.g. assisting participant’s into a vehicle, taking participants on outings, etc.

Physical Demands of the Job:

Light work. No more than 20 pounds with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

EEO Statement:

Pioneer Resources is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversifying its workforce.

It is Pioneer Resources’ policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, military status, citizenship status or any other status that is protected by law. Pioneer Resources also does not discriminate against applicants or employees because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

At Pioneer Resources, we believe that every employee, through their diverse abilities and experiences, can contribute to our growth, consumers, and the community we serve. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, call Human Resources at (231) 773-5355; we will be happy to assist you. We will only share your accommodation request with those individuals who have a specific need to know. The request for an accommodation will not affect Pioneer Resources’ hiring decisions. All other submissions should be performed online.

Company Statement:

All employees are required to uphold the values of Pioneer Resources, Inc.: Integrity, Stewardship, Innovation, Excellence, and Respect and conduct themselves in a manner demonstrating LEAD (Listen, Empathy, Acknowledge and Dignity). Further, staff are required to comply with the policies, procedures, and safety program(s) of Pioneer Resources. All employees are required to uphold standards of CARF and practice LEAN initiatives and principles. Employees are required to follow all state and federal laws and regulations, including but not limited to those related to recipient rights, confidentiality, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).