Special Recreation Leader - Day Camp (Deaf & Hard of Hearing) Seasonal

Chicago Park District • Chicago, IL

3h • $18

About The Position

Under direct supervision, provides assistance to staff in planning and conducting cultural and recreational activities for children and adults with disabilities. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• One year experience working with individuals with disabilities is required.
• Basic knowledge of competitive sports programs for people with disabilities.
• Knowledge and understanding of deaf person and culture.
• Effective oral communication skills.
• Ability to enforce safety rules.
• Ability to lead physical, recreational and leisure activities.
• Basic swimming skills.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in ASL – American Sign Language is preferred

Responsibilities

• Facilitates participating of deaf & hard of hearing individuals in recreation programs.
• Assists in scheduling and conducting tournaments and leagues.
• Supervises recreation activities and functions as an official where necessary.
• Spots for tumbling and gymnastics, performs demonstrations and leads small groups in drills and agility exercises.
• Supervises unorganized play and athletic activity at Park District facilities and encourages and enforces safety standards.
• Issues, collects and maintains recreational equipment supplied for public use.
• Assists Special Recreation staff in conducting simple arts, crafts, drama, music, physical and other recreational activities.
• Assists in the operation of Camp Sign activities, a summer day camp for deaf and hard of hearing youth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed