Recreation Inclusion Lead for Accessibility & Programs

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

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