Recreation Leader - Therapeutic Summer Programs/Camps - SE Part Time

Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Recreation Leader - Therapeutic Summer Programs/Camps - SE Part Time Job Type Seasonal/Substitute Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 2 Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM Division PR&T LEISURE Requisition Number 2024082 Number of hours worked per week up to 25 hours a week Work Schedule Schedule Varies: Monday – Sunday To Be Determined: Based on operational requirements May include: Days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays Work Site Location Various recreational facilities Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE01 Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary $15.
80 hourly rate minimum starting rate Job Description This may be the part time job you have been looking for if you have experience in therapeutic recreation and enjoy work with the special needs community.
Parks, Recreation and Tourism is seeking individuals that enjoys participating in therapeutic recreation and has a passion for working with participants that have disabilities to primarily support the department’s therapeutic summer camps, activities will be held at parks and recreational facilitates citywide.
The primary duties include assisting in the planning, scheduling, facilitation, and development of summer camp TR programs for various age groups of children and adults participants with disabilities.
Provides excellent customer service that meets the expectations of the City’s Customer Service Initiative, while following set standards for providing customer service.
Plans and participates in activities appropriate for ages 6-12, ages 13-17 and ages 18+ years old in the programs; ability to modify or make adaptations to activities for individuals with various disabilities to participate to the best of their abilities.
Utilizes general knowledge of recreational activities including athletics, arts and crafts, music and dance, board games and special events.
Requires active participation in community integration outings.
Assists with management, supervision, facilities and support of multiple activities, camps and classes simultaneously throughout the City.
Responsible for program and participant safety; inventory control; and set up, take down and clean-up of facility and work area.
Inspects facilities and play areas for safety/damage, enforces safety rules and regulations and maintains organization.
Responds to accidents and injuries, may perform basic first aid.
Resolves conflict between participants in a calm and orderly manner; report behavior issues to management staff and parents; addresses complaints.
Processes program registrations and collect payments.
Registers participants for various programs, and services, and processes other monetary transactions such as: facility and shelter rentals, merchandise sales.
Issues permits, reservations and receipts through ActiveNet software.
Transaction processing includes, fund collection, credit card processing, money and check handling, performs daily closeout process and reconciles deposit, all in compliance with applicable accounting procedures.
Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of one month of full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires CPR and First Aid certification within the first year of employment.
May require a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications Will be required to work at City special events and activities as program support staff.
Possess positive customer service skills and abilities.
Previous work experience as a camp counselor, childcare provider, independent contractor or teacher Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 02/16/2024 Job Close Date 02/27/2024 Open Continuous Special Instructions to Applicants May be required to work at City special events and activities as program support staff.
Background check and post screenings are required Drug Screening: MARIJUANA In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive.
As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing.
This drug test includes testing for marijuana.
Generally, a positive test result for marijuana, alcohol, or other controlled substances will disqualify an applicant from employment.
Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse an applicant from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.
ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs.
frequently, or up to 10 lbs.
constantly Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Telephone, computer, printer, ID Picture Camera, fax, AED, tables, chairs, various recreation and fitness equipment such as basketball goals, portable bleachers, and nets, canoes, paddle boats.
Protective Equipment Required Any PPE required by the standard guidelines of the equipment used.
Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Chemical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases M = Several Times Per Month Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust W = Several Times Per Week Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Outdoors, Other - Recreation facilities Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) Incumbent must be able to work independently Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4