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Chicago Park District - Department Of Human Resources
Job Title: Special Recreation Instructor/Special Olympics(Special Recreation Dept.) Part-TimeLocation: TBA
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Duties:Initiates and implements therapeutic recreation programs for adults and children with disabilities (hearing impaired, blind, partially sighted, physically disabled).Conducts therapeutic recreation classes and programs.Trains and supervises part time instructors assigned to therapeutic recreation.Promotes the therapeutic recreation program throughout the community.Works with schools, hospitals and other agencies to arrange for children and adults with specialized needs to attend park programs.Develops recreation and athletic goals for patrons with disabilities.Develops and organizes special events for sports camps, Special Olympics.Customizes programs in response to specialized needs.Conducts workshops and training seminars.Participates in fund raising, marketing, budgeting and recruiting volunteers for the therapeutic recreation program.Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies.Sets up recreation apparatus and equipment.Performs other duties such as registration, fee collection, and maintenance of health records, parental release forms and preparing reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field plus 3 years of experience conducting therapeutic recreation programs, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required.CERTIFICATION:Professional certification preferred; eligibility for professional certification required for appointment.CPR Certification from American Red Cross or other nationally recognized organization.
Application Period: 9/21/09-11/23/09
2009 Wages: $15.42 per hour
Any vacancy posted is pending Budget approval. *Resumes must be submitted at the time of application. Selection will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application form. Names of qualified applicants will be placed on an employment list. Being on an employment list is not an offer or guarantee of employment with the Chicago Park District. An employment list is merely a statement of eligibility. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. Residency in the City of Chicago is required of all employees. Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.