What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUMMER CAMP Inclusion Aide (Short Shift / Half Day) position at WESTERN DUPAGE SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION?
Want a Fun and rewarding Summer Job?
Get paid to play, while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve!
Want to only work short shifts or half-days?
We’re hiring Summer Inclusion Aides to assist youth with disabilities as they participate in Summer Camps at park districts.
{This job post is for camps that are short - only lasting 2 to 4 hours. This might be a perfect fit for your schedule if you’re taking classes, have another job, or want to limit work hours. If you’re interested in working more hours, see our Full Day post.}
We're looking for college students, teachers, paraprofessionals, retirees, high schoolers or anyone age 16 who has the desire to make a difference.
Job Description:
- Support children & teens with special needs - helping them have FUN, socialize, grow, and achieve.
- Camps will have leaders and assistants. Your focus will be supporting an individual.
- This position is mainly at Summer Day Camps or at Before or After Care; but we also help at other recreational programs, sports, and lessons.
- Note: This is a seasonal summer position; but we also have programs all year round.
Responsibilities:
- Support a camper’s needs (physical, emotional, behavioral) and provide instructions, redirection, and adaptations - as they are included in fun peer activities and interactions.
- You could assist the same individual each day or be paired with a different kid each week.
Where:
- We work in 9 communities: Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Glen Ellyn, Naperville, Roselle, Warrenville, West Chicago, Wheaton, and Winfield.
- Note: We try to keep staff in their preferred area; but you can increase the possibility to work more by being open to various towns.
- Locations: Park District summer camps, pools, sports fields
Hours/Schedule:
- We’re flexible. Let us know your preferred days of the week and timeframes.
- You could work 10-20 hours a week (or more or less) or as little as 2 hours if you prefer only 1 day a week. Assigned hours are based on your availability, preferences, skillset, and our scheduling needs.
- Most camps meet daily M-F, while some are 2 or 3 days a week (T/Th or M/W/F). All are on weekdays.
- Length: 2 to 4 hours. Examples: 7a-9a, 9a-1p, 10a-2p, 3p-6p
- Duration: 8–12 weeks (June, July, August)
Benefits:
- Competitive wages ($16.50 - $20)
- Flexible hours
- Training & support
- Referral Bonus
Requirements:
- Perform job duties independently.
- Firsthand experience supporting individuals with special needs.
- Effectively communicate with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Be comfortable & capable of meeting various needs (behavioral, sensory, personal).
- Age 16 , with access to reliable transportation.
About Us:
- We are Western DuPage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA).
To Apply:
- Click the “Apply” button at the top of the page, which will redirect to our website where you'll first need to create an account.
We look forward to connecting. Hopefully you’re the right candidate to help the awesome individuals we support!
Salary : $17 - $20
