Adaptive Recreation and Inclusion Specialist

About the role

Assist the adaptive recreation department in implementing a variety of programs for adults and children with intellectual disabilities. Programs will focus on social skills, independent living, and healthy utilization of leisure time. Assist individuals in accessing local park and recreation programs and reaching their maximum potential for successful inclusion in the community.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the implementation of social, recreation, and athletic programs designed for kids and adults with disabilities.
• Provide inclusion assistance for a child or adult with a disability in a city park and recreation program.
• Teach park and recreation staff strategies for working with individuals with disabilities.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers.
• Maintain proper documentation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current driver’s license in good standing and maintain own reliable transportation.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Evening and weekend availability.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• A genuine interest in helping others.
• A willingness to share your warm personality and sense of humor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of community inclusion.
• 2+ years post high school education.
• Group leadership experience.
• At least 1 year experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to work with a flexible schedule and last minute changes to schedule.

Benefits

Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Referral program
Supplemental Pay Types: Bonus pay, Signing bonus

Pay

From $17.00 per hour

Schedule

Part-time schedule in the late summer/fall of 2024

Contact

To apply, please complete the online application on the Employment page of our website, www.reachforresources.org. If you have any further questions, please contact Sally Reach for Resources at skrull@reachforresources.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reach for Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.