Adaptive Recreation Assistant

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Class Title

Adaptive Recreation Assistant

Class Code

5718

Salary

$44,720.00 - $62,940.80 Annually

• Definition

• Benefits

Classification Description Summary

Under general supervision, develop, plan, organize, supervise, lead and evaluate comprehensive adaptive recreation programs and services to specifically meet the needs of community members with disabilities; including the inclusion of people with disabilities into general recreation programs. This position also supports the daily operation of the Parks and Recreation Department youth programming.

Essential Functions

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practice.

Assist in the planning, developing, supervision, and evaluation of recreation programs and services offered through adaptive recreation services such as adaptive sport clinics, wheelchair sport practices, social outing programs, and veteran specific opportunities; implements program guidelines and procedures; supervises scheduled programs and services; supports the inclusion of people with disabilities into various other service areas within the recreation division. Implements program guidelines and procedures.

Assess the recreational interests and needs of people with disabilities and provide adaptive recreation services directly and indirectly to a variety of individuals with cognitive, behavioral, and physical disabilities, including inclusion support within general recreation programs.

Assists with the development and implementation of adaptive recreation and inclusion services long-range planning, and program goals and objectives. Markets and promotes programs and services to the public; may prepare flyers, news releases, pamphlets and brochures, and public speaking.

Greets customers, provides program information, resolves issues and refers questions as needed.

Assists, cooperates, and promotes programs and services within the department and with agencies, schools, and community groups. Works cooperatively with businesses and agencies to establish partnerships and identify service gaps.

Assists in the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of assigned staff, interns and volunteers.

Ensures implementation and adherence of the City's Affirmative Action and Diversity Work Plans; enforces policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct of patrons and staff. Facilitates staff development on such issues as diversity and creating a respectful working environment. Adapts activities to meet the needs of people with disabilities on a case by case basis.

Monitors program compliance with laws, rules, and regulations related to provision of recreation services.

Purchases and maintains necessary supplies and equipment for assigned activities.

Assists in overseeing the maintenance of community centers; ensures the safety of patrons, the public, recreation equipment, and vehicles; and programs by identifying and implementing risk management procedures and practices. May drive a vehicle, van or activity bus; including towing trailers and winter driving.

Provides information to and answers questions from the public; investigates complaints to recommend and implement corrective action as necessary while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Attends and serves on a variety of City committees and task teams as well as community, agency, and professional organization committees. Participates in City, department, and division staff meetings.

Maintains awareness of new developments in the therapeutic recreation industry; incorporates into programs and services as appropriate.

Supports and respects diversity and creates a respectful working environment for patrons and staff.

Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of :

Basic operations, services and activities of therapeutic/adaptive recreation program and services.

Methods and techniques of planning, organizing, implementing, and coordinating therapeutic/adaptive recreation program, activity, or class.

Principles and practices of therapeutic/adaptive recreation program development and implementation.

Principles and techniques of the supervision and treatment of individuals with disabilities/behavioral problems.

Principles and practices of coordinating, maintaining and scheduling facilities.

Principles and theories of inclusion for persons with disabilities.

Marketing theories, principles and practices and their application to therapeutic/adaptive recreation program.

Program content for specialized community activities.

Techniques used in public relations and customer services practices.

Rules and equipment used in assigned recreation program area.

Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers.

Principles and procedures of record keeping.

Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.

Principles and practices of fiscal, statistical, and administrative research and report preparation.

Basic principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Basic first aid and CPR methods and techniques.

Appropriate safety precautions and procedures within the area of assignment.

Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to:

Drive and operate a para transit van with a wheelchair lift. Maintaining and managing equipment, vehicles, and program and office supplies.

Coordinate and direct therapeutic/adaptive recreation programs.

Assist in the coordination and promotion of City sponsored events.

Develop, coordinate, organize, and conduct therapeutic/adaptive recreation programs, activities, events, or classes in assigned area.

Recruit, select, train, and evaluate part-time, contractual, and volunteer staff.

Supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of part-time, contractual, and volunteer staff.

Understand community needs in therapeutic/adaptive recreational areas and evaluate activities according to those needs.

Recommend and implement goals and objectives for providing therapeutic/adaptive recreation services.

Elicit community and organizational support for therapeutic/adaptive recreation programs.

Interpret and explain City policies and procedures.

Allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner.

Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.

Operate office equipment including computers.

Maintain program related records, statistics, and documents.

Prepare clear and concise schedules and reports.

Work in a team based environment to achieve common goals.

Coordinate multiple projects and complex tasks simultaneously.

Meet the physical requirements to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training :

High School Diploma or equivalent supplemented by college level course work in therapeutic recreation, recreation, adaptive physical education, human services, and/or a closely related field.

Experience :

Two years of increasingly responsible experience in specialized areas such as therapeutic recreation, recreation, adaptive physical education, human services, and/or a closely related field, including one year of lead or supervisory experience.

License or Certificate :

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.

CPR/AED and First Aid preferred

Personal Fitness Trainer Certification preferred

National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) preferred

Certified Adaptive Recreation and Sports Specialist (CARSS) preferred

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment : Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment and at indoor and outdoor recreational facilities; travel to different locations; incumbents may be exposed to inclement weather conditions and may have some contact with chemical agents used in pool maintenance; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces; extensive public contact; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical : Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and recreation facility setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight (inc luding and up to 100 pounds for short distances to assist participants in transfer) ; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Please use this Health and Welfare Benefit Link (http://www.reno.gov/government/departments/human-resources/benefits) to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.

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