What are the responsibilities and job description for the FOCUS Program Facilitator position at Peoria Park District?
Job Details
Description
The Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association (HISRA) is a cooperative effort of the Peoria, Morton, Chillicothe, and Washington Park Districts. Its mission is to provide quality recreation programs and services to individuals with disabilities and special needs. HISRA has several openings that center around hands-on experiences working with these individuals. HISRA’s FOCUS group is an adult day program for individuals 18 . They spend their days cooking, volunteering, socializing with friends, and exploring the community.
DUTIES:Under the general guidance of the FOCUS Program Specialist, the FOCUS Program Aide is responsible for:
- Assist FOCUS Program Specialist with implementation and supervision of planned activities.
- Create, implement, and evaluate meaningful recreation activities for adults with various abilities.
- Modify and adapt programs and equipment to meet the needs of all participants.
- Assist verbally or physically to provide inclusion for participants.
- Possess the physical ability to safely perform lifts and transfers for adults with disabilities.
- Perform any personal care and documentation to participants who may need assistance (diet, mobility, bathroom).
- Enforce safety guidelines and procedures before, during, and after activities; document as needed.
- Establish excellent rapport with participants, parents/guardians, and co-workers; communicate effectively with those groups and the public.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience: Must be at least 21 years or older must have a valid driver’s license to drive vehicles
Knowledge and Ability:
- Interest/experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Desire to learn and work in a small group setting.
- Enthusiasm, patience and show initiative through past work and or volunteer experience.
- Flexibility with change of plans that could occur during the program.
The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Salary : $16 - $18
