Recreation Aide - Spec Rec Evening Prog PT
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Status of Employment:Part-Time, Non-ExemptCompensation & Benefits:Expected hiring range $15.00 to $16.00 based on education, experience, and skills.Click here for a quick look at benefits!Description:To assist individuals with disabilities ages 13 and older in evening programs, implementation and oversight of the scheduled activities for both indoor and outdoor recreational settings.Essential Functions:* To provide direct leadership, supervision, and assistance in the implementation of all assigned recreation evening programs and services.* Assist in providing developmentally appropriate activities that meet the needs and interests of participants with disabilities.* Assist in the implementation of daily activities in a program setting according to established schedule.* Accompany and participate with participants in scheduled activities or field trips.* Assist in the development and implementation of goals and objectives specific to area of responsibility.* Assist in the evaluation of programs and services in area of responsibility.* Maintain program area in a clean, organized, and neat manner.* Assist with the maintenance of reports and records regarding participants, programs and services.* Establish a cooperative working relationship with coworkers and parents.* Attend pertinent departmental/park district meetings and in-house training sessions.* Conduct self in accordance with the policies and procedures as established by the park district.* Participate in park district safety and training program to ensure that work performed and services provided are implemented in a safe manner.QualificationsEducation:* Completion of sophomore year of high school required.* High school graduation preferred.* Some college desirable.Experience:* Experience working with adults or children with special needs preferred.* Assisted in supervising groups of individuals in a recreational setting preferred.Knowledge:* General knowledge of recreation, parks, and leisure service field.* General knowledge of recreational programs and services for adults with disabilities.* General knowledge of developmentally appropriate activities for adults with disabilities in a recreational environment.License / Certification:* Valid driver's license required for programs including transportation, otherwise preferred.* Valid First Aid and CPR certification required within one (1) year.Hours:Weekday evenings, some weekends, and some daytime hours depending on program needs. Approximately 5 - 20 hours per week.Conditions of Employment May Include:* provide proof of date of birth.* provide a copy of driver's license or photo identification.* provide driver's abstract if position duties require driving.* submit to a reference check and employment verification.* submit to a state criminal background check.* submit to pre-placement drug testing.* submit to pre-placement lifting evaluation.* submit to random, reasonable cause and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.Contact:Maria OwensRecreation Specialist-Special RecreationQuestions Only: email Maria at ...@waukegnaparks.orgClosing Date:Open until filled.