What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Recreation Support Staff position at City of Asheville?
This position will NOT be eligible for benefits, paid leave time (vacation, sick, holiday) nor participation in the retirement system.
Initial review of applications will occur as received. This position will remain open until filled.
About our opportunity: The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants to be a part of the 2025 Parks & Recreation Department's Summer Camp Support Staff for Therapeutic Recreation. Summer Support Staff will be responsible for program planning and implementation for youth with disabilities ages six (6) through the completion of high school. Summer Support Staff will complete weekly schedules of activities and lead all activities as well.
- What you’ll be doing:
- Acts as play leader in group or individual games.
- Prepares recreation equipment for use.
- Supervises and/or participates in recreational activities.
- Organizes group activities.
- Takes children on field trips.
- Administers first aid as needed.
- Attends regular staff meetings to discuss new programs and problems.
- Performs related tasks as required.
- Benefits:
- On the job training
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Uniform shirts
- Access to internal promotional opportunities
- A summer full of activities, field trips, and the opportunity to work with awesome participants and staff!
- What you Bring:
- Energy and ability to engage with youth with disabilities in summer programming.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to model mature behavior to youth.
- Ability to facilitate activities/games for youth.
- Graduation from high school or equivalent.
- Experience working in a camp setting for youth with disabilities preferred.
- Adult and Child CPR/American Red Cross First Aid certifications must be current or obtained by the first day of employment.
Other things to know:
- Summer Camp Hours are 9:00 am - 6:00 pm with varied opening and closing shifts. Staff may be scheduled for additional night and weekend shifts based on department needs.
- This position is open until filled with applications being reviewed weekly. Please note that this position starts on June 2, 2024 with some rolling start dates after June 2nd to meet staffing needs.
The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched in diversity.
The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce and ideas, and is committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship building and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.SKAs/Performance Aptitudes
- General knowledge of the methods and practices of community recreation work including knowledge of the equipment and techniques, relevant rules and regulations of social, artistic, craft and/or athletic programs for children.
- Ability to instruct common recreational activities.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, program participants and the general public.
- Ability to enforce rules and regulations and maintain discipline.
- Ability to prepare and maintain records.
ADA Compliance
Physical Ability:
Sensory Requirements:
Environmental Factors:
The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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