Department Overview

Reach for Resources is a nonprofit agency based out of Minnetonka, Minnesota. We provide individualized services that maximize independence, boost community engagement, and improve physical and emotional well-being to individuals of all abilities living in the Minneapolis metro area. Our recreation department offers small group and individual therapeutic services and contracts with county and city park and recreation departments to provide adaptive recreation, inclusion support, and training services to their community members.

Job Summary

Assist individuals in accessing local parks and recreation programs and reaching their maximum potential for successful inclusion in the community. Inclusion assistance is provided in a variety of summer camp settings as well as sports and other programs. Assist the adaptive recreation department in implementing a variety of programs for adults and children with intellectual disabilities. Programs will focus on social skills, independent living, and healthy utilization of leisure time. Locations vary throughout the metro area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Work with the city parks and recreation staff by acting as an assistant coach, program leader, or instructor

· Assisting and interacting with other kids in the program as well as the child that is receiving the 1:1 assistance

· Providing extra assistance for the child with a disability, teaching strategies to coaching staff, communicating with parents and other children, and seeking out information from the parks and recreation staff to ensure maximum involvement

· Complete needed paperwork and trainings in a timely fashion

Required Qualifications

• A genuine liking for working with kids with disabilities
• Must be energetic and willing to make a difference in a child’s life
• Creative problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team

· High School Diploma or GED

· Must have current driver’s license in good standing and maintain own reliable transportation

· Strong written and oral communication skills

· Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

· Evening, and weekend availability

· Knowledge of community inclusion

· 1+ years post high school education

· Group leadership experience

· At least 1 year experience working with individuals with disabilities

· Ability to work with a flexible schedule afnd last-minute changes to schedule

Additional Information

Reach for Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reach for Resources, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nondisqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

To Apply

Please complete the online application on the Employment page of our website, www.reachforresources.org.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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