Inclusion Facilitator (Parks & Rec)

City of Savage•Savage, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Savage seeks to hire 2 seasonal employees to assist youth program participants with disabilities and behavioral disorders and ensure a successful recreation experience in a variety of the City's Park and Recreation programs. Must be available immediately for daytime hours Monday-Friday through August 14, 2026, with limited time off requests. Hours will vary based on program and participant needs. (There is no programming the week of June 29 -July 3.) Positions are open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Experience working with people with disabilities and behavioral disorders or demonstrate a strong desire to fulfill the position.
Must be able to lift and transfer participants of various weights and sizes with assistance from another staff person.
Must be certified in First Aid / CPR / AED or have the ability to obtain certification.
Must be able to pass a criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma and post-secondary course work in human services preferred (therapeutic recreation, psychology, social work, etc.).
Experience working in community recreation or education programs.
A belief that individuals with disabilities should be able to participate fully in community recreation.
A willingness to learn about and support people with disabilities so they can participate fully in City sponsored Parks and Recreation programs.
Patient, Reliable, and Flexible.

Responsibilities

Provide the opportunity for success for all participants by adapting activities, managing behaviors, providing personal care services (personal care services include, but are not limited to, feeding, toileting, lifting, transferring, distributing medication, and changing clothes) and providing any additional assistance as needed.
Encourage social interactions between and among all participants.
Attend and participate in all staff trainings and weekly meetings.
Complete daily progress notes, assessments and various other paperwork.
Work with Recreation Supervisor and recreation staff to plan, organize and direct activities for participants.
Communicate with parents, staff about the program and participant progress.
Problem solve by utilizing other staff, parents, supervisors, and community agencies as resources.
Work as a team member to ensure that the programs are in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with staff and supervisor.
Understands sensitivity required as to when to offer assistance and when to allow natural dynamics to help the individual become a part of the group.
Completes other related duties as apparent or assigned.