Activity Leader - Adaptive Recreation, Part Time
Company: City of Loveland
Location: Loveland
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Provide planning and implementation of AR recreational programs and
services for people with disabilities. Provides quality instruction
or modifications of recreation activities and programs for the
benefit of the youth and adult participants.
The salary range for this position is $13.65- $20.00 per hour,
depending on qualifications and experience.
Position will remain open until filled.
This position works on average 6-8 hours per week, hours may vary
depending on needs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
This position is not responsible for the supervision of employees
but is responsible for training and supervising volunteers
assisting in the activity or program.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of recreation programming and understanding of the
physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional needs of individuals with
varying ages and disabilities. Understands, learns and uses
adaptations, accommodations and physical assistance techniques
required for individuals with disabilities as needed. Strong oral
communication skills are necessary and required. Strong customer
service skills are required and necessary. Work with a diverse
group of people effectively and diplomatically. Handle difficult
situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and
with diplomacy. Maintain confidentiality with confidential
information. Respond quickly and efficiently to safety situations
that arise.
Core Competencies:
Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public
Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with
Courtesy and Kindness
Education and/or experience:
Course work in therapeutic recreation, special education or related
field preferred. Previous experience teaching or co-teaching sports
or therapeutic recreation activities or related programming
preferred.
Licensure and/or certifications:
Must possess a valid driver's license. Must possess or be able to
obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire
date.
Material and equipment directly used:
Basic office machines, audio-visual equipment, sports equipment,
adapted recreation equipment, telephone, 14 passenger van.
Working conditions and physical requirements:
Must physically lead and demonstrate the skill and/or activity in
an indoor or outdoor setting. Will be required to work varied
hours, including evenings and weekends. Require pushing, pulling,
stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, moving and positioning up
to 25 pounds.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive
listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required
of the employee.
With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky
Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland
is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the
Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500
sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine
Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The
community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and
shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions,
professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open
space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local
festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an
inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has
EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!
In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor's
Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling
City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as
one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S.
and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.
Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the
core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring
the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent
Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a
diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees
enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for
growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.
A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you
belong!
Non Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status
protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
A driving record and criminal history background check, including
fingerprint check will be obtained pre-employment.
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