What are the responsibilities and job description for the Day Camp Recreation Leader position at West Suburban Special Recreation Association?
We are WSSRA and we provide recreation programs for adults and children who have a physical impairment, a mental disability, or any other type of disability!
Immediate Supervisor: Site Supervisor
Hours: Full Day and Half Day positions
Pay Rate: Starting at $15.00 per hour (hourly rate based on experience and education)
Job Purpose: Initiating hands-on involvement of persons with disabilities in WSSRA Summer Day Camp
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Commitment to Day Camp site(s) as assigned, including all training sessions
- Participate fully and encourage active involvement with participants in all camp activities
- Assist with daily living skills, which may include toileting, feeding, dressing, transferring, and pushing participant in wheelchair
- Support WSSRA risk management program by watching for the general safety of all participants
- Work in cooperation with the site supervisor in setting up, carrying out, and cleaning up of camp activities
- Maintain confidentiality regarding participants
- Transport self to and from camp location(s)
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
-Must be 16 or older
- 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.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15
