Accessible Recreation Assistant

Position Type Accessible Recreation Assistant - Job Description Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal Date Posted August 27, 2026 Location: Various locations Description The Accessible Recreation Assistant is responsible for assisting with the supervision and safety of children, teens, and adults with various types of disabilities. Provides individualized support and assistance with the organization and implementation of activities to enable successful recreation participation. Program opportunities include Special Olympics sports, adapted sports, after-school activities, trips, camps, and social events. Qualifications Must be 16 years of age or olderMust be highly motivated and enthusiastic in order to provide quality experiences for our participantsMust pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug/alcohol screenCPR and First Aid certification requiredNCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) certification required Essential Functions Assist with supervision and safety of individuals with disabilities including implementing behavior management plans and NCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) techniques and First Aid, once certifiedDemonstrate good safety awareness and judgmentMaintain effective and open communication with Program Coordinator/leader and other staff with information concerning participants' needs, progress, or situations related to programmingProvide individualized support as needed to ensure participants' successful participation in activitiesProvide personal assistance to individuals with disabilities as needed, including assistance with transferring, eating, toileting, etc.Must be able to follow directions, policies, and proceduresEnthusiastically implement and participate in activitiesMaintain a professional attitude with participants, families, other staff, and community membersAttend mandatory trainings Marginal Functions Complete availability forms, documentation, and other materials as needed, in a timely mannerMaintain own schedule and submit electronic timesheets in a timely manner, as guided by the City payroll scheduleLifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds with mechanical assistance or team liftMaintain program facilities in a neat and orderly mannerGather, load, transport and set up equipmentPerform other duties as assigned by Program Coordinator/leader Rate Starting at $16.75/hour Schedule This is a seasonal position that includes a varying number of consecutive weeks (typically 8-10/season) during the fall, winter, spring, and/or summer. A predetermined schedule based on staff availability and interest will be provided in the form of a seasonal assignment prior to the season beginning. Total hours per season varies based on assignment. Supervision This position receives supervision support from the Accessible Recreation Program Coordinator, Inclusion Coordinator, and/or the Inclusion & Accessibility Division Manager Selection Procedure Structured Oral Interview To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date. Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check. The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is committed to making all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. Any citizen needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Human Resources Office at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-866-5095 (TTY).