Program Inclusion Assistant

Program Inclusion Assistant

Job Description

Summary:

The Program Inclusion Assistant is responsible for working with individuals with varied ages

and disabilities in recreational programs. The position includes support of participants, recognizing the need for adaptive equipment, adapting rules, adapting the environment or identifying adaptive methodologies.

Qualifications:

The Program Inclusion Assistant must be at least 16 years of age or older. A basic knowledge and understanding of recreation programming is desired. An individual who is highly motivated and enthusiastic is preferred in order to provide a quality experience for those participating in the program.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for maintaining assistance for assigned participant(s).

Staff is required to maintain responsibility for their assigned individual(s) unless otherwise directed and confirmed.

Develop a positive and professional relationship with included individual(s) and attend to their physical needs when necessary.

Modify and adapt activities for included individual(s) with disabilities, if they are unable to accomplish provided activities by Member Park District.

Ability and desire to work with individuals with disabilities in a Therapeutic Recreation environment.

Take initiative to interact with and work as a team-player with participant(s) and family, peers, volunteers, and park district staff in program.

Knowledge of the strengths and concerns of people with developmental, mental, physical, and sensory disabilities as relevant to recreation setting.

Supervision of individuals with disabilities, including implementing behavior management plans and if certified, Handle with Care.

Attend mandatory orientations

Any other assigned duties needed to help support our Vision and fulfill our Mission.

Marginal Functions:

To maintain the program facilities in a neat and orderly manner.

Review and complete feedback forms, documentation, and other materials as needed, in a timely manner.

Safety Considerations:

Staff will comply with all Morton Grove Park District Policies and Procedures and carry out all tasks in a safe manner.

Attendance at various safety in-service training will be required.

Psychological Considerations:

Must be able to respond to the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Must be able to work under stressful conditions.

Must be able to maintain a professional attitude with other staff, with participant family members, and with individuals in the community.

Physiological Considerations:

Must be able to lift and transfer participants or equipment safely.

Cognitive Considerations:

Must be able to demonstrate good safety awareness and judgment.

Must be able to follow directions, policies, and procedures.

Must be able to communicate effectively.

Environmental Considerations:

May be exposed to hazardous vegetation (i.e. poison ivy, etc.) during activities.

May be exposed to extreme weather conditions (i.e. rain, snow, heat, etc.)

Essential Physical Capabilities:

Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, bending, stooping, walking, and running.

Ability to closely supervise individuals with disabilities.

Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds with mechanical

assistance or team lift.

Employee Benefits:

Pool membership, fitness membership, fitness classes, and access to park district-run programs.

Pay Range: $16.50–$17.50 per hour