INCLUSION AIDE (H) Job at Chicago Park District
Chicago Park District Chicago, IL 60632
$20.40 an hour
Title: Inclusion Aide (S)
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
Provides one on one assistance to children with disabilities who are enrolled in various activities/programs at the Chicago Park District parks. The Inclusion Program is designed to accept children of all abilities for recreation and leisure activities.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Assists one or more participants depending on the severity of their disability and/or need, in sports, games and various recreation and athletic activities. Evaluates the child’s’ skill level and assesses his/her capacity to participate in park activities. Enforces and promotes safety guidelines for the child in his/her recreation and athletic activities. Assists child with lunch and necessary restroom functions as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience:
Enrollment in a college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Special Education or related field is preferred; or, three years of experience working hands on/directly with children and/or adults with disabilities is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Basic knowledge of competitive sports programs for people with disabilities. Effective oral communication skills. Ability to enforce safety rules. Ability to lead physical, recreational and leisure activities. Basic swimming skills.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
Provides one on one assistance to children with disabilities who are enrolled in various activities/programs at the Chicago Park District parks. The Inclusion Program is designed to accept children of all abilities for recreation and leisure activities.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Assists one or more participants depending on the severity of their disability and/or need, in sports, games and various recreation and athletic activities. Evaluates the child’s’ skill level and assesses his/her capacity to participate in park activities. Enforces and promotes safety guidelines for the child in his/her recreation and athletic activities. Assists child with lunch and necessary restroom functions as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience:
Enrollment in a college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Special Education or related field is preferred; or, three years of experience working hands on/directly with children and/or adults with disabilities is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Basic knowledge of competitive sports programs for people with disabilities. Effective oral communication skills. Ability to enforce safety rules. Ability to lead physical, recreational and leisure activities. Basic swimming skills.
Work Locations Citywide Recreation 4830 S. Western Ave Chicago 60601
Job Therapeutic Recreation
Schedule Part-time
Closing Date Jun 30, 2023, 11:59:00 PM
Budgeted Salary 20.4
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