Organizational Description: One Step Beyond, Inc. Disability Services is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and a Golden Gate Regional Center (GGRC) Licensed, Contracted Provider Agency. Our Vision is a world in which individuals with intellectual disabilities are fully included in all aspects of community life and are appreciated for the contributions they can make to their community. Our Mission is to provide programs and services that empower individuals with a disability to realize the opportunities that lead to achieving the fundamental components of a fulfilling life: maximum independence, meaningful work, enriching social relationships, and full inclusion in community life. We currently offer programs in Community Integration, vocational skill development, life skills training, focusing on social skill development, functional literacy, and household management, recreation, fitness, and cultural arts opportunities.

Job Description: The Friday Fun Night volunteer is responsible for assisting with Friday Fun Night events for One Step Beyond. This volunteer will work with the Program Coordinator to host events and create a safe, welcoming, engaging, and fun event for our adult participants. Hours can vary from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM on certain Fridays. This position has flexible hours and is based on the needs of the event and One Step Beyond. Shifts are scheduled at the beginning of each month and are based on your availability. This position is a volunteer, unpaid, virtual position. When virtual events are no longer needed, this may turn into an in-person volunteer role.

Qualifications:

• 18 years or older.
• Possess and willing to use own computer, tablet, or another device that can connect to the internet with a working camera.
• Proficiency in Zoom, YouTube, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to treat adult program participants with respect and encourage self-determination.
• Must clear criminal history check and fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Consider the welfare, growth, and development of program participants as a top priority.
• Use appropriate behavior management techniques with program participants.
• Demonstrate and model a professional presence (personal determination, reliability, punctuality, resilience, maturity, consistency) and appearance.
• Model and teach appropriate behavior and interaction with program participants.
• Maintain confidentiality of program participants and related information.
• Maintain appropriate personal conduct while volunteering with One Step Beyond including the use of business language, appropriate attire, and proper behavior towards the participants and staff.