Special Recreation Leader (H) Part-time (Citywide)

Chicago Park District • Chicago, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, provides assistance to staff in conducting recreational activities for children and adults with disabilities during the operation of day camp activities. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• One year experience working with individuals with disabilities is required.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent certification (GED) is recommended.
• Knowledge of competitive sports programs for people with disabilities.
• Effective oral communication skills.
• Ability to enforce safety rules.
• Ability to lead physical, recreational and leisure activities.
• Basic swimming skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Assists staff with individuals with disabilities in therapeutic recreation programs at day camps.
• Spots for tumbling and gymnastics.
• Leads and participates in drills and agility exercises.
• May accompany groups of children on field trips to educational institutions or public functions; including Special Olympics events (both locally and at the State level).
• Assists in unorganized play and athletic activity at day camps and encourages and enforces safety standards.
• Issues and collects recreational equipment supplied for public use.
• Assists therapeutic recreation staff in conducting simple arts, crafts, drama, music, physical and other recreational activities.
• Read to children and teach simple drawing, songs and painting.

Benefits

• $1.00/hour increase on 1/1/2026.
• $1.00/hour increase on 1/1/2027.
• 1 day of personal leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• 2 days of sick leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• After one year of employment, employees who work 1,040 hours or more in the previous year are typically eligible for between 7-10 workdays of paid vacation time annually, and additional time after first 5 years of employment.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility requirements).
• Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
• Free Admission to most Chicago Museums.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED