Recreation Program Aide

Keshet; Highland (IL); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Keshet is seeking a Part-Time Program Aide to support program facilitators and meet the physical and instructional needs of participants with disabilities in a recreational setting. The role emphasizes self-help skills, behavior management, and participant engagement, with 15–18 hours per week across weekdays and weekends at Highland Park or Northbrook locations.

Two positions exist, one focusing on youth programs and one on adult programs, supervised by the Recreation Program Manager.

Qualifications

• Be respectful and follow Jewish culture and guidelines set forth in the personnel manual.
• Adhere to Keshet policies and procedures outlined in the policy manual, Employee Handbook, and other employee policies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to display flexibility and confidence in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Engage participants in activities throughout the program time.
• Work with the small group or 1:1 participant to promote independence and dignity throughout each session.
• Help set up and clean up the area.
• Be respectful and follow Jewish culture and guidelines.
• Adhere to Keshet policies and procedures outlined in the policy manual, Employee Handbook, and other employee policies.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job description

The Part-Time Program Aide, under general supervision, supports program facilitators in meeting the physical and instructional needs of participants with disabilities in a recreational setting. This role involves assisting with the implementation of instructional programs that promote self-help skills, behavior management, and participant engagement, while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. The position requires 15–18 hours per week, with work scheduled during the week and on weekends. Two positions are available—one focusing on youth programs and one on adult programs.

LOCATION: On-site at one of our locations in Highland Park or Northbrook.

SUPERVISOR: Recreation Program Manager

JOB STATUS: Part-Time/Hourly

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Engage participants in activities throughout the program time.
• Work with the small group or 1:1 participant to promote independence and dignity throughout each session.
• Help set up and clean up the area.
• Be respectful and follow Jewish culture and guidelines.
• Adhere to Keshet policies and procedures outlined in the policy manual, Employee Handbook, and other employee policies.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be respectful and follow Jewish culture and guidelines set forth in the personnel manual.
• Adhere to Keshet policies and procedures outlined in the policy manual, Employee Handbook, and other employee policies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to display flexibility and confidence in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality.

ABOUT KESHET

From its core programs for children and adults with intellectual challenges in the Chicago area, to its international consulting work, Keshet serves over 1,000 individuals with disabilities and touches the lives of many more family members, peers, supporters, and other stakeholders around the globe. Keshet’s local leadership, comprised of nearly 100 lay leaders from all walks of life, provide the inspiration, direction, and funding required to fulfill the organization’s mission: to do whatever is necessary to allow individuals with disabilities to achieve their potential.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned at any time by CEO. Keshet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law

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