Inclusive Recreation Specialist

City of Cincinnati; West Virginia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cincinnati is seeking a Recreation Specialist (RS) to promote inclusive participation in community recreation programs for individuals with disabilities. The RS collaborates with center staff to ensure full participation and safety in activities.

The role requires working with participants to adapt activities, provide supervision, and support daily living needs as needed. CPR/First Aid and CPI certifications must be maintained within three months of hire.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• One year experience working directly with individuals with disabilities.
• Must be able to lift and/or transfer an individual with disability independently or assisted.
• Must be able to swim and provide inclusion support in water for children with disabilities.
• Certification must be acquired and maintained in CPR/First Aid, CPI, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention within 3 months of hire.
• Valid Driver's License for positions requiring driving.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate participation of individuals with disabilities in community recreation programs.
• Collaborate with community center staff to foster full participation.
• Assess participant needs and ensure safety during activities.

Skills

Adjust actions

Help participants

Effective communication

Education

CPR/First Aid Certification

CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

Job description

City of Cincinnati is seeking a Recreation Specialist (RS) to promote inclusive participation in community recreation programs for individuals with disabilities. The RS collaborates with center staff to ensure full participation and safety in activities.

The role requires working with participants to adapt activities, provide supervision, and support daily living needs as needed. CPR/First Aid and CPI certifications must be maintained within three months of hire.