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The Duck Derby Intern will assist with donor and sponsor outreach, duck adoption campaigns, volunteer coordination, event promotion, social media content, community engagement, and day-of-event logistics for the Southern Illinois Duck Derby in Du Quoin. QualificationsStudents pursuing degrees in Sports Management, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, Recreation Administration, Business Administration, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Job Type Internship Description UNPAID - Southern Illinois Duck Derby Internship Position Summary: Special Olympics Illinois is currently seeking an Intern for the Southern Illinois Duck Derby. This internship is a part-time, unpaid position for school credit. Primarily responsible for providing support to the Southern Illinois Duck Derby fundraising campaign and event operations for Special Olympics Illinois. The Duck Derby Intern will assist with donor and sponsor outreach, duck adoption campaigns, volunteer coordination, event promotion, social media content, community engagement, and day-of-event logistics for the Southern Illinois Duck Derby in Du Quoin. This role will help strengthen community partnerships, increase fundraising participation, and support a high-quality event experience that benefits athletes across Southern Illinois. Duration: June - Sept Compensation: Unpaid, school credit Location: Marion, IL Report to Jaedyn Beers, Assistant Director of Development Primary Responsibilities <ul><li>Assist with planning, promotion, and execution of the Southern Illinois Duck Derby fundraising event in Du Quoin. </li><li>Support sponsorship outreach efforts by helping communicate with local businesses, donors, and community partners. </li><li>Create and schedule social media posts, promotional materials, and community engagement content to increase duck adoptions and event awareness. </li><li>Coordinate volunteer recruitment, registration, and event-day assignments to ensure smooth event operations. </li><li>Provide administrative and logistical support including data entry, prize tracking, event setup/teardown, and participant communication for Special Olympics Illinois fundraising initiatives. </li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Students pursuing degrees in Sports Management, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, Recreation Administration, Business Administration, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Candidates with an interest in fundraising, community engagement, event operations, or nonprofit organizations such as Special Olympics Illinois are preferred. </li><li>Passion for the mission of Special Olympics Illinois and enthusiasm for community engagement. </li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. </li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills. </li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new digital tools. </li></ul>Requirements Requirements<ul><li>Must be actively enrolled in an educational program seeking school credit for internship </li><li>Internship offer contingent upon successful completion of a background check </li><li>Valid driver's license and proof of insurance is required </li><li>Ability to assist in sorting, moving, and inventory for program equipment as needed; able to lift 25 pounds </li></ul> Pay Range: unpaid internship opportunity (school credit) Special Olympics Illinois is committed to building a diverse, creative, engaged, collaborative, and hard-working team that is dedicated to our athletes, our communities, and each other. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we aim to create a positive atmosphere where employees feel valued and fulfilled. We truly want people to love working here, and we strive to create a culture that allows for growth, opportunity, and fun. Special Olympics Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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Arvum Senior Living, proudly partof the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused Assisted Living andMemory Care communitiesthroughout the Midwest in Illinois,Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Our company, which was builton our “Pillars of Excellence,” employs hundreds of vital Team Members and iscommitted to providing a positive work environment andculture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for ourresidents.

About Arvum Senior LivingArvum Senior Living, proudly partof the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused Assisted Living andMemory Care communitiesthroughout the Midwest in Illinois,Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Our company, which was builton our “Pillars of Excellence,” employs hundreds of vital Team Members and iscommitted to providing a positive work environment andculture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for ourresidents.  Responsibilities: <ul><li>Plans, schedules and conducts lifestyle programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for the residents.</li><li>Plans appropriate programs for holidays and special events.</li><li>Recruits and develops additional resources for services to the residents. Initiates correspondence including public relations communications with outside organizations, service groups and volunteers.</li><li>Advises and motivates residents regarding appropriate individual and group activities based on resident interests and opportunities for growth.</li><li>Prepares and organizes a calendar of events. Submits the calendar to the Executive Director for final approval. Posts and distributes the calendar.</li><li>Develops and prints the community newsletter.</li><li>Provides leadership of lifestyle program.</li><li>Coordinates the community library.</li><li>Purchases and maintains equipment and supplies in accordance with budgetary guidelines.</li><li>Prepares preliminary draft of Celebrations Operating Budget.</li><li>Organizes and supervises a volunteer staff.</li><li>Addresses resident groups and other groups on subjects of common interest.</li><li>Maintains a database and prepares reports on resident quality assurance assessments, participation and satisfaction.</li><li>Supervises staff of Recreation and Event Coordinators across the multiple levels of service in a retirement community.</li><li>Participates in community in-services.</li><li>Demonstrates competence in Federal, State and Local regulations, requirements for skilled nursing, assisted living and/or independent living as applicable; ensures compliance.</li><li>Develops, facilitates and analyzes resident surveys to determine ongoing activities are in place that meet the resident interests.</li><li>Plans, coordinates and facilitates appropriate mixed group activities.</li><li>Develops and facilitates daily displays of activities on bulletin boards and/or kiosks in lobbies, elevators, dining rooms and other resident and team member communication centers.</li><li>Maintains a robust public relations program in support of the activities programming and community relations.</li><li>Implements and facilitates a volunteer recognition program.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Supervisory Responsibilities:Directly supervises employees in the Celebrations Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees.Qualifications:<ul><li>Associate degree in Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, Adult Education.</li><li>Three to five years related experience.</li><li>Two years supervisory/management experience.</li></ul>Benefits:In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Discovery offers a comprehensive benefit package.  Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays.   Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.Thank you for your interest in Arvum Senior Living careers.  If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, please contact the community directly. No agencies, please. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from agencies under any circumstances. We receive inquiries from agencies daily. Agencies should not direct any inquiries or emails to hiring managers. Thank you. EOE D/V

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