Adapted Program Staff

MSCR; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) seeks staff for Adapted Programs to lead inclusive arts, fitness, and recreational activities for adults with disabilities and their caregivers.

You will adapt activities to individual needs, foster social interaction and a welcoming environment, and help participants explore new experiences with encouragement and creativity.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and leading recreational/enrichment activities
• Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging activities in arts & crafts, fitness, games, and field trips
• Create a welcoming and supportive environment
• Empower participation and foster fun
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs and abilities
• Assist with personal care needs
• Comfortable in a pool space
• Strong interest in working with people with disabilities
• Creativity and a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Ability to aid in a variety of potential needs

Skills

Experience planning and leading recrea

Disabilities experience

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses.

As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!

Program Description

Do you have a passion for creating fun and inclusive experiences for people with disabilities?

The Adapted Programs are for people with disabilities to enjoy arts & crafts, fitness activities, games, and field trips. MSCR is seeking enthusiastic staff to lead a variety of social, recreational, fitness, and outdoor activities for adults with disabilities (ages 13+) and their caregivers. This program fosters social interaction, promotes healthy lifestyles, and provides opportunities for exploration and engagement.

Job Description & Duties

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging activities in arts & crafts, fitness, games, and field trips.
• Create a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Empower participation and foster fun.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Assist with personal care needs.
• Comfortable in a pool space
• Strong interest in working with people with disabilities.
• Creativity and a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Ability to aid in a variety of potential needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience planning and leading recreational/enrichment activities
• Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team

Other Information

Hours can be combined with other jobs within Adapted programs or other MSCR program areas to reach the desired number of hours.

Please contact Auggie Brenzel at [e-mail] with any questions.