Adaptive Aide

City of Troy Michigan; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Troy Michigan is looking for a part-time Adaptive Aide to lead and supervise recreational programs for individuals with special needs. This role requires a passion for adaptive programming, teamwork, and effective communication while ensuring a safe and engaging environment for all participants. The successful candidate will work approximately 15 hours a week, including regular shifts on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and will assist in promoting healthy and active lifestyles through innovative programming.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Ability to work effectively with program participants, staff, and family members.
• Valid Michigan Driver License with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise adaptive recreation programs.
• Assist and redirect adaptive participants with disabilities.
• Maintain good public relations with staff and community.

Skills

Teamwork

Public Relations

Initiative

Education

High school degree or GED equivalent

Job description

Adaptive Aide (Part Time)

Recreation

Starting at $14/hour

The Recreation Department offers high quality leisure programs and services that promote healthy and active lifestyles. Our adaptive programming allows individuals and families with special needs the opportunity to meet their physical, social, and emotional goals through programs such as Daytime Friendship Club, Adaptive Bowling, and social events such as Friday Frolics and Monday Mingles.

DUTIES

• Lead and supervise adaptive recreation programs as directed by the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator and Adaptive Recreation Supervisor.
• Takes initiative to introduce new ideas for programming and activities for our Adaptive Department.
• Assist and redirect adaptive participants who may have physical and/or cognitive disabilities.
• Advise Adaptive Recreation Coordinator of supplies needed for programs and special events.
• Maintain good public relations with staff and community.
• Advise program Coordinator and Supervisor of problems, complaints and discipline problems promptly - within 24 hours.
• Complete accident and/or incident reports as needed and submit to the Coordinator and Supervisor within 24 hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school degree or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting with program participants, staff, aides, and family members.
• Must possess a valid Michigan Driver License with a good driving record (based on city standards).
• As a condition of employment, the successful candidate may be asked to pass a pre-employment physical and drug

PREFERENCES

• Prefer interest in working with special needs populations of all ages.
• Prefer recent work or volunteer experience in the adaptive field, with special needs populations, recreation planning, or closely related field.
• CPR/First Aid Certified, or willing to become.

HOURS

Part-time, approx. 15 hours per week.

Schedule and availability must be attentive to programming and customer service needs. Regular schedule includes year-round, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30a-3p, with potential for additional days or evenings for special events, field trips, or other programs.

APPLY

Applications are available online at www.troymi.gov/jobopenings.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Troy is committed to providing equal opportunity employment to all applicants. The City of Troy will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, marital status, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal and state law