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PROGRAM ASSISTANT II- SPECIALIZED RECREATION & INCLUSION- TEMP
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Program Assistant II
Cary's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department is seeking an energetic and caring person to join the Specialized Recreation & Inclusion Services team as a Program Assistant II. If you have experience working with persons with disabilities and a desire to create fun, inclusive spaces, then this is the job for you! Cary is committed to an inclusive approach to recreation and encourages individuals with and without disabilities to participate together, and the Program Assistant II will play an integral role in fulfilling that mission. In this position, you will provide support for specialized recreation programs and events and will work to create an inclusive community for individuals of all ages and abilities to engage in fun recreational settings. Candidates should be patient, flexible, and possess a can-do attitude. This position requires a flexible schedule specifically with daytime availability (between the hours of 9AM - 5PM) and some evenings and weekends as needed. This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year. Typical tasks include: Supports the planning and implementation of Specialized Recreation programs and events Assists with set-up and takedown of programs and events Provides support to instructors leading programs as needed Actively participates in activities alongside participants who have disabilities, engaging and assisting them as needed throughout the program or event Serves as an Inclusion Counselor to supervise and assist participants with disabilities in camp settings or other general recreation programs Serves as support staff/1:1 aide, modifying activities as needed for participants to be successful in all settings Implements participant inclusion plan recommendations and completes all necessary documentation Assists participants with personal care activities such as toileting, dressing, hygiene, and management of belongings and/or medication Engages and communicates effectively with coworkers, parents/guardians, care providers, service providers, and supervisors Monitors participants for safety and addresses behavior concerns Performs other job-related tasks as required Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include: General knowledge of planning and implementing programs for persons who have disabilities General knowledge of equipment and supplies required for programs Skilled in working with persons who have disabilities Skilled in assisting with personal care such as toileting, dressing, management of belongings and/or medication Ability to develop and implement activity adaptations and modifications for a variety of ability levels Ability to work and communicate effectively and enthusiastically with persons of all ages and all ability levels Ability to take initiative and exercise sound judgment and leadership when monitoring participants for safety and addressing behavior concerns as they arise Minimum and preferred qualifications: Education and experience requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate degree with major course work in Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy, Education (General, Special, or Physical) or a related field. Requires some prior experience working in programs/environments serving persons with disabilities. Requires CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months with provided training) Physical requirements include the ability to hear and talk in order to communicate with the public, walk unassisted and move about freely, lift moderately heavy items (up to 25 lbs.) such as chairs, 6-foot tables, rolling bleachers, and event supplies. Visual acuity is needed in order to read typewritten and handwritten materials and to view a computer terminal. Conditions of employment include drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment. Requires possession of a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record. Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. Temporary, seasonal, and intern employees are not eligible for the Town of Cary's full-time employee benefits package.
Cary's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department is seeking an energetic and caring person to join the Specialized Recreation & Inclusion Services team as a Program Assistant II. If you have experience working with persons with disabilities and a desire to create fun, inclusive spaces, then this is the job for you! Cary is committed to an inclusive approach to recreation and encourages individuals with and without disabilities to participate together, and the Program Assistant II will play an integral role in fulfilling that mission. In this position, you will provide support for specialized recreation programs and events and will work to create an inclusive community for individuals of all ages and abilities to engage in fun recreational settings. Candidates should be patient, flexible, and possess a can-do attitude. This position requires a flexible schedule specifically with daytime availability (between the hours of 9AM - 5PM) and some evenings and weekends as needed. This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year. Typical tasks include: Supports the planning and implementation of Specialized Recreation programs and events Assists with set-up and takedown of programs and events Provides support to instructors leading programs as needed Actively participates in activities alongside participants who have disabilities, engaging and assisting them as needed throughout the program or event Serves as an Inclusion Counselor to supervise and assist participants with disabilities in camp settings or other general recreation programs Serves as support staff/1:1 aide, modifying activities as needed for participants to be successful in all settings Implements participant inclusion plan recommendations and completes all necessary documentation Assists participants with personal care activities such as toileting, dressing, hygiene, and management of belongings and/or medication Engages and communicates effectively with coworkers, parents/guardians, care providers, service providers, and supervisors Monitors participants for safety and addresses behavior concerns Performs other job-related tasks as required Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include: General knowledge of planning and implementing programs for persons who have disabilities General knowledge of equipment and supplies required for programs Skilled in working with persons who have disabilities Skilled in assisting with personal care such as toileting, dressing, management of belongings and/or medication Ability to develop and implement activity adaptations and modifications for a variety of ability levels Ability to work and communicate effectively and enthusiastically with persons of all ages and all ability levels Ability to take initiative and exercise sound judgment and leadership when monitoring participants for safety and addressing behavior concerns as they arise Minimum and preferred qualifications: Education and experience requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate degree with major course work in Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy, Education (General, Special, or Physical) or a related field. Requires some prior experience working in programs/environments serving persons with disabilities. Requires CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months with provided training) Physical requirements include the ability to hear and talk in order to communicate with the public, walk unassisted and move about freely, lift moderately heavy items (up to 25 lbs.) such as chairs, 6-foot tables, rolling bleachers, and event supplies. Visual acuity is needed in order to read typewritten and handwritten materials and to view a computer terminal. Conditions of employment include drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment. Requires possession of a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record. Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. Temporary, seasonal, and intern employees are not eligible for the Town of Cary's full-time employee benefits package.