Inclusion Services Supervisor

Elmhurst Park District; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick leave

Employee assistance program

Deferred compensation plans

Flexible spending accounts

Pool passes

Tuition reimbursement

Professional organization membership

Job summary

Elmhurst Park District is seeking a qualified candidate to lead recreation programming with a focus on inclusion. The role involves recruiting and developing staff, handling payroll and volunteer information, and managing budgets to ensure safe and enriching programs for participants.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation (or related field), is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, and has strong leadership, communication and organizational skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation or related field with 4 years programming and 2 years supervisory experience.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
• Valid IL Driver's License.
• Knowledge of recreation theory and leadership development principles.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, organizational and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train and evaluate staff.
• Submit payroll and/or volunteer information accurately and promptly.
• Prepare and monitor budget and manage within guidelines including financial paperwork accuracy.
• Conduct participant intakes to assess needs and develop individualized accommodation plans.
• Secure appropriate staff support based on participant needs and staff skillset, and create/secure tools.
• Communicate with inclusion participants, guardians and staff to ensure successful inclusion experience.
• Maintain up-to-date records of reports, intakes, plans and meetings.
• Develop and conduct training sessions on inclusion processes, ADA compliance and crisis management.

Skills

Staff recruitment

Payroll administration

Budgeting

Inclusion oversight

Customer service

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation or related field

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

WHO WE ARE: The Elmhurst Park District, established in 1920 and located 16 miles west of Chicago, provides parks, recreation facilities and programs to meet our mission of enriching lives while having fun! We serve residents of the Elmhurst community as well as residents of neighboring towns! We are looking for someone to join our team and be part of an organization that values being community focused, providing customer service excellence, working with integrity, having fun, and fostering belonging! Someone who will help us achieve our vision of becoming a national leader in providing parks and recreation experiences to our community.

What You’ll Do

• Recruit, hire, train and evaluate staff.
• Submit payroll and/or volunteer information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and monitor budget, and manage it within guidelines including accurate preparation and completion of financial paperwork.
• Conduct participant intakes to assess participant needs and develop individualized accommodation plans to ensure each participant's success and safety.
• Secure appropriate staff support based on participant needs and staff skillset, and create/secure necessary support tools.
• Communicate regularly with inclusion participants and guardians, program supervisors and staff to ensure a successful inclusion experience.
• Maintain up-to-date records of all reports, intakes, plans, meetings, observations/assessments, and other documentation.
• Develop and conduct training sessions for full-time, part-time and seasonal program staff on the inclusion process and best practices, ADA compliance, disability awareness, behavior management and crisis management.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation or related field with 4 years experience in programming and 2 years supervisory experience
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
• Valid IL Drivers License.
• Knowledge of theory and philosophy of recreation as well as knowledge of principles of leisure program leadership and development
• Proficiency in computer word-processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Proven problem-solving, communication, organizational, customer service and management skills.

When You’ll Work

• Monday - Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. Due to the varying nature of the work, some nights and weekends as needed for programs and events.

What You’ll Get

• For internal equity and budgetary considerations, the anticipated starting range for this role is set at $58,656 to $65,000. This position is classified under Pay Grade 5, with a salary range of $58,656 to $82,123.

• Defined contribution medical insurance plan (5 plan options)
• Dental insurance plan
• Vision insurance plan
• District paid life insurance
• Participation in IMRF (retirement, disability, death benefits)
• Vacation days, personal days, sick leave and 9 paid holidays!
• Sick bank leave, paid parental leave and paid bereavement leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Two deferred compensation programs (VOYA & Nationwide)
• Voluntary Supplemental insurance coverage for short-term disability, accident, hospitalization
• Flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care
• Free family Courts Plus Membership and Pool Passes!
• Free/discounted District programs, merchandise and concessions
• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
• Professional organizational membership
• Values Recognition Program
• Service Awards Program
• Employee social activities
• Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois)
• The Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact the Director- Human Resources & Risk at [e-mail].*

For more information about the Elmhurst Park District, please visit epd.org!!

Additional Legal Statements

Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact the Director- Human Resources & Risk at [e-mail].*

Elmhurst Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Elmhurst Park District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

The district is required by state statute (70 ILCS 1205/8-23) to obtain criminal conviction information concerning applicants, and shall perform a criminal background check for applicants for all positions, including the position for which you have applied. Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions. Conviction of offenses enumerated in subsection (c) of said statute shall automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration for working for the district. All other convictions shall not automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration, but rather, the conviction will be considered in relationship to the specific job.