Adaptive Recreation Series - Part Time/Seasonal

Click on the job titles below to view the complete job descriptions: Program Assistant

• Adaptive Recreation Assistant Program Specialist
• Adaptive Recreation Site Leader
• Adaptive Recreation Why join Team Henderson? For the exciting opportunity to become part of a premier organization where you can make friends, have fun, and get paid. What will you earn? Program Assistant
• Adaptive Recreation
• starts at $12.50 per hour
• Assistant Program Specialist
• Adaptive Recreation
• starts at $12.81 per hour
• Site Leader
• Adaptive Recreation
• starts at $15.99 per hour
• Positions which are eligible for PERS benefits may have a slightly reduced hourly rate.

(Note that this is a part-time hourly position and does not include health/medical benefits.) What type of work will you be doing? Program Assistants work in the department of Parks and Recreation and are assigned in the Adaptive Recreation and Inclusion Services Section and perform a variety of duties. Under immediate supervision Performs a variety of activities in support of adaptive recreation programs Provides customer service at centers, instruction, monitoring, and assisting with the supervision of individual and team sports, programs and activities, and programs for individuals with disabilities and special needs Performs related duties as assigned. Assistant Program Specialists work in the department of Parks and Recreation and are assigned in the Adaptive Recreation and Inclusion Services Section and perform a variety of duties. Under general supervision Leads adaptive recreation programs Assists guests and patron Provides customer service Assures that safe and appropriate program services are provided for individuals with disabilities in the community Performs related duties as assigned. In addition to Assistant Program Specialist duties, Site Leader

• Adaptive Recreation is a leadership role where you will serve as the working supervisor and oversee the day-to-day on-site adaptive recreation program functions; conduct assessments and recommend modifications for individuals with disabilities and special needs participating in general recreation programs; and perform related duties as assigned.

What will you learn? Working in Adaptive Recreation is an incredible opportunity to not only make a difference in the lives of others but to broaden your horizons and personal experiences. We are looking for individuals passionate about creating fun and unique experiences for some wonderful participants. What kind of shifts/hours can you expect to work? We have a range of program hours and do our best to provide scheduling flexibility dependent on your availability and where we need you to work. Annual average of 19 hours per-week (maximum per year 988 hours) Potentially 40 hours per-week during the summer season (May-August) Work hours may vary and include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, and/or split shifts (example: before and after school) Where will you work? Parks and Recreation offers a community-based adaptive recreation program and assistance in determining the most effective means of inclusion support for individuals to participate in any Parks & Recreation program. On The Go is a community-based recreation program for adults of varying abilities wishing to meet new friends through recreation and independent living activities. The program is designed for ages 22 and up and follows the Clark County School District's 9-month calendar. On the Go operates from 1:30pm to 5:30pm Monday through Friday at Henderson Multigenerational Center, Silver Springs Recreation Center and Valley View Recreation Center, and is not offered during the summer Click here to learn more about additional details and program locations ! What happens after you apply? Your application will be reviewed to make sure you meet the minimum requirements for this position. Before we can consider you, we need you to apply online! (Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee that you will be interviewed or hired). Your application will be active throughout the duration of this job bulletin. You may be contacted at any time during the posting window. If your application isn't selected to move forward in this opening, you will have an opportunity to apply again when the next posting is available. What happens if I am contacted for an interview opportunity? You should be prepared to interview in a variety of settings such as in-person, virtually, or by phone. Please make sure your application includes a valid email address that you check regularly and a current phone number that is set up for voicemail, and please regularly check/clear your voice mailbox so we can leave you a message. We encourage you to sign up to receive SMS/text messages

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This is a safety-sensitive position, which means that you are subject to drug testing if we offer you a position, as detailed under NRS 613(1)(d). Program Assistant Must be at least 16 years of age at the time of application Any combination of education and work experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance

Example:

Previous work experience or volunteer experience in areas related to position Possession of or the ability to obtain, American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate or equivalent and CPR certifications within six (6) months of hire as a condition of continued employment Incumbents may be required to obtain specific technical certifications

Desirable:

Experience working or interacting with individuals with disabilities and special needs Click here to see the full job description . Assistant Program Specialist Must be at least 17 years of age at the time of application or promotion Any combination of education and work experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance

Example:

Previous work experience or volunteer experience in areas related to position Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483 Possession of, or the ability to obtain, American Red Cross Standard First Aid or equivalent and CPR certifications within six (6) months of hire as a condition of continued employment Incumbents may be required to obtain specific technical certifications

Desirable:

Experience working or interacting with individuals with disabilities and special needs Click here to see the full job description. Site Leader

• Adaptive Recreation Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application or promotion Graduation from high school or equivalent Two (2) years of experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or special needs

Note:

An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483, and the ability to drive a fifteen (15) passenger vehicle Possession of, or the ability to obtain, American Red Cross Standard First Aid or equivalent and CPR certifications within six (6) months of hire as a condition of continued employment Incumbents may be required to obtain specific technical certifications

Desirable:

Supervisory experience in a recreational program setting Click here to see the full job description. You will be contacted by email or phone during the application and hiring process. It is your responsibility to check the email and voicemail for the contact information that you provided on your application. We can't leave you a message if your voicemail is not set up or is full, so please make sure that you set up, check, and clear out your voicemail during the application and hiring process. Please add prjobs@cityofhenderson.com, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book to prevent any emails from going to your Spam/Junk folder. Employment with the City may be subject to the successful completion of a post offer background investigation, medical/physical examination, a nd a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements of the job. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) to request such accommodation