Recreation Aide - Adaptive

Recreation Aide

• Adaptive 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 $22.12
• $30.62 an hour
• Part-time Bainbridge Island Metro Park and Recreation District 2 reviews $22.12
• $30.62 an hour
• Part-time JOB The Adaptive Recreation Aide assists individuals with disabilities in a variety of recreation programs for all ages such as art and enrichment, outdoor, sports, fitness, and aquatic activities.

Under the general supervision of the Adaptive Coordinator, the Adaptive Recreation Aide supports individuals with disabilities by assisting with the implementation of inclusive recreational programs, social activities, and special events. This position is responsible for fostering a safe environment, facilitating participation engagement, assisting with activity setup, and promoting positive and accessible experiences for diverse populations.

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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 1.

Provide services directly and indirectly to a variety of individuals with cognitive, behavioral, and physical disabilities2. Adapt recreation activities to the needs of the participant3. Assist instructors with developing, prepping, and setting up class materials including sports, arts and crafts, and social events4. Ensure a safe and inclusive environment by observing, inspecting, and monitoring program areas and equipment5. Advise or guide staff to support the participant and facilitate conversations to ensure the participant has the best possible experience6. Communicate with participants, families, and caregivers to support engagement7. Maintains adaptive equipment8. Reports participant progress or concerns to supervisors9. Record attendance, track participant progress, and report incidents or behavioral concerns to supervisors

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to work harmoniously in a group and to interact with the participants of all ages in a positive and courteous mannerAbility to communicate in a concise and articulate manner both orally and in writingAbility to accept supervision and to communicate effectively with participants and supervisorsPossess a flexible, positive attitude, enthusiasm and excellent problem-solving skills preferred; has a positive, patient, and supportive attitude towards people with disabilities Ability to work indoors or outdoorsAbility to work safelyAbility to react quickly to safety situationsThis is a non-smoking work environment. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors at a Park District, public, or private facility. Though most programs are held during the day, some programs may meet in the evenings and/or overnight. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be in good physical condition and able to work with all ages of children up to eight hours a day, five days a weekMust be able to hear distress noises and hear and see distress signals in a variety of environments, keeping safety in mind at all timesMust be able to sit, stand, walk, grab, pull and push objects up to 50 pounds, squat down, stoop, kneel, crouch and jumpAbility to lift up to 50 pounds, including safely lifting childrenMove equipment as neededHours vary and may include early morning, weekend, and evening shiftsThis job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

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