Adaptive Recreation Leader - Part Time
City of Boise

Boise, Idaho

Posted in Community Services


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Job Info


Summary Statement

The City of Boise is seeking passionate and caring individuals to join their Adaptive Recreation Team. As an Adaptive Rec Leader, you will lead programs, camps, and/or events for adults with disabilities at community centers and out in the community. This role assists the supervisor and staff in coordinating safe, fun and appropriate activities. Work is performed using independent judgment and discretion. If you are excited about helping others stay active and building relationships within our community, we want to hear from you!

This position is open to all interested persons age 18 and older
This position is designated as At-Will
This position requires a schedule that includes Friday evenings
This position is part-time and is not eligible for benefits
This position will remain posted until all vacancies are filled

To provide a safe and healthy workplace for all City of Boise employees, residents, and community members, new employment offers are contingent upon the applicant providing proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination process according to current CDC guidance to the City, on a confidential basis, or receiving an exemption from the vaccination requirement as a legally required medical or religious accommodation two weeks prior to the applicant's scheduled start date.

Essential Functions

Leads groups of adults with disabilities involved with Boise parks and recreation's adaptive recreation program on pre-established activities and outings in the community such as bowling, sporting events, movies, dinner, dances, etc. Assists supervisor and staff in coordinating safe, fun, and appropriate activities. Will be required to drive a 12-or 15-passenger van to transport participants to/from activities. (50%)

Ensures the safety of the participants while in the community. Properly manages money for group activities in the community. (20%)

Occasionally works one-on-one with individuals with disabilities so they can fully integrate into parks and recreation programs. (10%)

Acts as liaison between parks and recreation and activity destinations. (10%)

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. (10%)

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 100%

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

  • Six months' experience volunteering or working with individuals with disabilities
Knowledge
  • Working knowledge of best practices and inclusion techniques for working with/teaching individuals with intellectual or physical disabilities
Ability
  • Ability to provide instruction to individuals with disabilities; communicate and establish rapport with participants of all ages and ability levels
  • Deal with the public, coworkers, and supervisors in a friendly and tactful manner
  • Recognize and redirect misbehavior
  • Use strong human relations and organizational skills
  • Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of city employees, the general public, and other organizations
  • Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
  • Complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies, and regulations
  • Maintain prompt and regular attendance; perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
  • One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities and teaching classes or leading programs with multiple participants
  • Current certification in First Aid and CPR
Licensing And Other Requirements
  • Valid state-issued driver's license.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
  • City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
  • Driving Record Check
  • Drug-Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug-Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety-sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.
  • This position has responsibilities that require the person to work with minors or individuals with disabilities


Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds. The noise level is always moderate. Work includes the sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, and walk. Additional physical efforts include: must be able to transfer individuals in and out of adaptive equipment and to physically react quickly.

Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Will be leading programs inside of community centers and out in the public.


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