Recreation Leader

Description

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Program Supervisor

HOURS: Varied: mornings, after school, evenings and weekends

PAY RATE: $15/hour DOQ. Based upon experience and education.

JOB PURPOSE: The Recreation Leader is responsible for initiating hands-on involvement of persons with disabilities in all WSSRA program activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•  16 years old
•  Positive attitude towards individuals with disabilities
•  Ability to work independently with direction from supervisor
•  Dependable and punctual
•  Enthusiastic, willingness to learn and participate fully
•  Previous experience working with persons who have disabilities or related experience preferred

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

•  Commitment to seasonal program(s) as assigned, including all orientation sessions
•  Participate fully and encourage active involvement with participants in all program activities
•  Assist with daily living skills, which may include toileting, feeding, dressing, transferring and pushing participant in wheelchair
•  Supporting WSSRA risk management program by watching for the general safety of all participants
•  Working in cooperation with the supervisor in setting up, carrying out and cleaning up program activities
•  Maintain confidentiality regarding participants
•  Transport self to and from program locations
•  Other duties as assigned