Part-Time Inclusive Recreation Aide

JOLIET PARK DISTRICT; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Joliet Park District is seeking an Inclusion Aide to assist staff in providing recreation programs for individuals with disabilities in Joliet. The role involves 1:1 support, promoting safety, and helping participants engage in activities across afterschool programs, summer camps, and gym activities.

Prior experience with disabilities and CPR/First Aid training are preferred. Hours are part-time with potential evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in recreational programming or summer camp preferred.
• One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist individuals with disabilities participating in local park district programs
• Demonstrate dependability, promptness, flexibility, and punctuality
• Maintain effective communication with supervisors, staff, participants, and families
• Directly responsible for the safety and supervision of participants
• Communicate effectively to participants and be able to explain based on each child’s development
• Participate and monitor participants in various programming, including swimming
• Promote and encourage participation in daily activities; adapt activities to the needs of the individual with special needs; assist with understanding and following rules
• Follow SRJC/Joliet Park District policies, rules, and safety regulations
• Use appropriate and positive discipline when necessary for participants
• Document and communicate any issues that are occurring with participants, families, or staff
• Attend staff meetings as required

Skills

Recreational programming

Experience with disabilities

CPR/AED/First Aid

Education

Some high school education

CPR/AED/First Aid training within 30 days

Job description

Joliet Park District is seeking an Inclusion Aide to assist staff in providing recreation programs for individuals with disabilities in Joliet. The role involves 1:1 support, promoting safety, and helping participants engage in activities across afterschool programs, summer camps, and gym activities.

Prior experience with disabilities and CPR/First Aid training are preferred. Hours are part-time with potential evenings, weekends, and holidays.