Aquatic Inclusion Aide

About the role

The Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation's Adapted Programming is seeking an Aquatic Inclusion Aide to support individuals with disabilities in aquatic environments. This position focuses on working with children in swim lessons at designated facilities.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with a child with a disability in established swim lesson classes
• Under the supervision of Adapted Swim Instructors, ensure safety and comfort during lessons
• Set up and clean up equipment and materials needed for classes
• Maintain and prepare equipment and facility, maintaining related records
• Enforce program and facility rules; provide emergency care and treatment as required

Requirements

• 8th grade education or higher
• 16 years or older
• 6 months of experience working with individuals with special needs
• Experience with swim lessons is a plus

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements listed above

Skills

• Customer service principles
• Basic exercise science principles and theories
• Recordkeeping principles
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment
• Modern office technology
• Computers and related software applications

Pay

$16.66 per hour

Schedule

Hours can vary and are dependent upon program enrollment.