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

Chicago Park District • Chicago, IL

4d • Hybrid

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. This role specifically involves assisting in the operation of Camp Sign activities, a summer day camp for deaf and hard of hearing youth.

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 participation 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees