Special Recreation Program Manager

5 days ago

Orland Park, Illinois, United States Village of Orland Park Full time
Job Summary

The Village of Orland Park Special Recreation Division is seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to fill the role of Senior Special Recreation Program Coordinator. This position will require planning, training, implementation, and evaluation of programs and events for individuals with special needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and supervise Special Recreation events, trips, and social programs, including participant assessments and supervising program staff.
  • Plan daily activities and evaluate the program on a routine basis.
  • Chaperone overnight trips to regional and national locations.
  • Assist in producing marketing and promotion materials for the Special Recreation Division.
  • Oversee general programs, including parent meetings, assessments, staff placements, and maintaining seasonal schedules.
  • Prepare all necessary purchase requisitions and Village purchase card requests for supplies needed for programs, overnight trips, and special events.
  • Order and maintain supplies to meet the needs of all special events, trips, and social programs, while tracking inventory.
  • Complete program recaps for all assigned programs and events.
  • Devise assigned program and event brochure information on a seasonal basis.
  • Attend Special Recreation team meetings, including training and meetings with other Village departments as it relates to program services.
  • Assist with all Special Recreation fundraisers.
  • Build relationships and contacts with local school districts and community groups to share Special Recreation services.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma and a valid driver's license. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred. A minimum of two to five years of related experience in Special Recreation or Special Education, with related supervisory experience, is required. The candidate must also acquire and maintain First Aid/CPR certification and a Class B or C CDL license with a Passenger endorsement and Department of Transportation (DOT) certification within six months of employment.

The ideal candidate will possess strong oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and MS Office. Knowledge of implementing behavior management techniques, cognitive and developmental impairments, and knowledge to plan, supervise, and evaluate social programs and trips for individuals with special needs is also required.

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