Special Recreation Assistant Part-time

1 month ago


Calumet City, United States Sertoma Star Services Full time

**Role: Special Recreation Assistant**

**Department: Sertoma Star Services Recreation Services Department**

**Status: Part-Time - Hours are typically M-F from 4:30 to 8 and Saturday during the day**

**Location: Calumet City IL based out of Memorial Park District**

**Job Highlights**:

- On-the-job-training, great working environment, flexible hour, strong work lift balance_._

**Who We Are**:
At Sertoma Star Services, we're on a mission to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness to reach their goals and lead fulfilling lives. With a strategic presence in South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, we proudly serve over 2,000 consumers through a diverse range of vocational, educational, therapeutic, and residential programs.
- Sertoma Star Services’ roots trace back to the merger of two dynamic social services organizations, **New Star** and **Sertoma Centre** combining over 125 years of expertise in providing cutting-edge, person-first services. Our united commitment is straightforward: to transform lives through delivering comprehensive services, choices, and opportunities to those we support in an environment that promotes self-advocacy and personal success.
- By joining the Sertoma Team you will have a unique opportunity to_ challenge limits and change lives_. Together, we can shape a brighter future.

**Your Role**:
As the DSP, you will provide special recreation services to adults with developmental disabilities in a park district setting. Join New Star's Special Recreation Program. We have two sites and offer wonder activities.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**:
The primary responsibility of the Special Recreation Services Assistant is to assist the Recreation Supervisor in conducting recreation activities. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Supervise, lead and direct participants at recreation programs.
- Act as a positive role model for participants
- Attend staff meeting, services and orientation as scheduled.
- Transport participants to and from programs.
- Report any injury and ensure appropriate care is given.
- Inform supervisors as problems arise.
- Familiarize self with participants.

**Physical Requirements (e.g. Sitting, Standing, Lifting, Pushing, Pulling, Climbing)**:
Staff will be asked to be in a stationary position for periods of time such as during transportation or during certain programs. Staff will be asked to move quickly and at a moment's notice for participant and staff safety. Staff will be frequently communicating with participants and other staff about program expectations, instructions, safety concerns, and various other topics that promote a positive program experience. Staff will be asked to learn how to determine when a participant is going to need assistance. Staff will also be asked to help transfer participants from wheelchairs or chairs.

**Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities**:

- General knowledge of different types of disabilities. Possess a responsible attitude. Must be a patient and conscientious worker. Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred. High School Diploma, Valid Class “D” Driver’s License, ability to drive agency vehicles and proof of automobile insurance. Recreation experience and experience working with people with disabilities.


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