Special Populations #9013

City of Cape Coral, FL•Cape Coral, FL

60d

About The Position

Responsible for overall operation of adult, child and/or special population care and recreation programs: the staff and participants, as well as relations with parents, guardians, and school/church personnel. Knowledge of modern office support functions. Knowledge of modern office equipment and various computer programs and applications. Knowledge of inventory control, and bookkeeping functions. Ability to handle child discipline, staff management, and recreational programming. Skill in organization, prioritization, and time management. Skill in written, verbal, electronic, and visual communications for effective expression and clarity. Ability to be available for school functions, orientation and in-service meetings or training sessions. Ability to give and receive instructions and apply consistent courtesy and tact in public contact and/or confrontational situations. May be required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of assigned tasks. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor(s). Individuals assigned to this classification must report to work per their assigned schedule. Parks and Recreation staff must be willing to workdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED required.
Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities required for Special Populations.
Certification in CPR and first aid required within ninety (90) days of hire or promotion.
Must possess a valid state driver's license upon hire and obtain a valid Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire or promotion.
Must be 21 or older.

Responsibilities

Responsible for overall operation of adult, child and/or special population care and recreation programs: the staff and participants, as well as relations with parents, guardians, and school/church personnel.
Knowledge of modern office support functions.
Knowledge of modern office equipment and various computer programs and applications.
Knowledge of inventory control, and bookkeeping functions.
Ability to handle child discipline, staff management, and recreational programming.
Skill in organization, prioritization, and time management.
Skill in written, verbal, electronic, and visual communications for effective expression and clarity.
Ability to be available for school functions, orientation and in-service meetings or training sessions.
Ability to give and receive instructions and apply consistent courtesy and tact in public contact and/or confrontational situations.
May be required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of assigned tasks.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor(s).