Inclusion Assistant, Recreation Arts Instructor (NCS) - Department of Recreation and Parks

Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

7d•$15 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

An Inclusion Assistant provides on-site assistance to participants with physical, developmental/intellectual and/or emotional disabilities as they integrate into general recreation programs, including recreation center summer camps. This position reports directly to the Inclusion Specialist. Position hours will be determined by the requirements of the program for which the participant has registered, not to exceed 40 hours per week. Hours will typically occur during Monday – Friday between 7:00am-5:00pm. Work may be performed/conducted in physically stimulating environment (heat, pool, field trips).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be 18 years of age.
One year of experience in recreational activities or working with participants with disabilities.
Ability to work with youth with and without disabilities
Ability to follow instructions (verbal & written)
Ability to adapt quickly

Nice To Haves

Desire ability to work with participants with all levels and types of disabilities.
Experience working with participants with moderate to severe disabilities preferred.
College course work in related fields such as education, child development, special education, psychology, therapeutic recreation, or recreation and parks may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Responsibilities

Provides on-site assistance to participants with physical, developmental/intellectual, and/or emotional disabilities as they integrate into general recreation programs.
Actively and responsibly supervises assigned participants.
Coordinates with the program director to adapt activities when necessary.
Maintains a safe environment and promotes participant’s success in a recreational program.
Assists with activities of daily living (does not include toileting).
Effectively communicates with inclusion specialist, program staff, & participant’s caregivers regarding participant’s needs, coping strategies, and necessary adaptations in a positive and confidential manner.
Assists with the development and tracking of participant goals and objectives for participation in the program and in social skill development.
Maintains brief daily documentation of behavior management and effectiveness of accommodation.
Maintains behavior protocols when necessary.
Assists in the promotion of the program by providing calendars, newsletters, and other forms of communication to parents and the community.