Therapeutic Recreation Program Leader (Variable Hour)
Therapeutic Recreation Program Leader (Variable Hour)
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Job Description
The following at-will job posting will remain open until filled
THERAPEUTIC RECREATION PROGRAM LEADER
Variable Hour
Pay Rate: $16.31 per hour
REQUIRED AVAILABILITY:
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
3-5 shifts/week during summer months
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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
This position is responsible for leading and supervising activities for special needs populations.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Note: These examples are intended merely as illustrations of the various types of work performed.)
- Responsible for the safe transportation of program participants to assigned locations in Township vehicles and chartered buses.
- Plans organizes monitors and conducts recreational activities for participants of the assigned program.
- Responsible for facilities and equipment appearance and cleanliness.
- Ensures the use of safety procedures and compliance with safety rules.
- Supervises and monitors participants in a variety of recreation areas and facilities.
- Assumes lead worker responsibilities for events and activities as assigned.
- Responsible for responding to communicating and documenting emergency situations and incidents including but not limited to First Aid CPR Severe Weather and Missing Child events.
- Ensures safety rules policies regulations and procedures are followed by the public and employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Minimum age of 18 years old.
- Prior experience working with special needs populations preferred.
- Must possess a current valid Drivers License with a driving history that does not create liability concerns which include but are not limited to convictions for reckless driving careless driving suspended license or convictions involving drinking and impaired driving.
- Ability to operate a 12-passenger van equipped with a wheelchair lift with the ability to tow a trailer behind the van as necessary.
- Must be able to possess a valid Michigan Chauffeur License within 30 days of hire.
- Must be able to perform Basic First Aid and CPR (Adult & Infant) and possess certifications within 60 days of employment; opportunity for certification will be provided by the employer.
- Ability to respond to emergencies in a calm and efficient manner.
- Must be able to possess Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) certifications within one year of employment; opportunity for in-service training and certification will be provided by the employer.
- Must be educated in Diabetic Care and Monitoring within one year of employment; opportunity for in-service training and certification will be provided by the employer.
- Ability to clearly communicate procedures problems and policies with fellow employees and the public tactfully and courteously.
- Skill in organizing self and others; ability to self-start in discharging responsibilities.
- Ability to work a wide variety of shifts including afternoons evenings weekends and holidays.
- This is an At-Will position: Work assignments and hours are scheduled based on availability division requirements and within the confines of the budget. Schedules and work hours are not guaranteed and are subject to change at any time due to division needs budgeting and staff availability.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Reasonable Accommodations: Canton Township provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please contact the ADA Coordinator at . We encourage all interested qualified applicants to apply for open positions. Request for accommodations will be reviewed case-by-case.
- Stand - Frequently
- Walk - Frequently
- Sit - Frequently
- Use of Hands/Fingers - Frequently
- Reach - Frequently
- Climb - Occasionally
- Crawl - Occasionally
- Squat/Kneel - Frequently
- Bend - Frequently
Lift/Carry
- Less than 10 lbs - Frequently
- 10-29 lbs - Frequently
- 30-59 lbs - Occasionally
- 60-100 lbs - Rarely
Push/Pull
- Less than 10 lbs - Frequently
- 10-29 lbs - Frequently
- 30-59 lbs - Occasionally
- 60-100 lbs - Rarely
Reports To: Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator
Job Description Updated: January 2016
Posting Information: Therapeutic Recreation Program Leader (Variable Hour)
- This is an at-will position. Hours are limited and will vary based on the operational needs of the department. Employees in this position will be classified as variable-hour employees.
- All candidates will be notified VIA EMAIL of the disposition of the employment application.
- Being hired to fill a vacant position will require reference checking background information driving record verification working history verification physical exam drug screen and new hire orientation.
- Must meet the minimum requirements for the position to be considered.
- This is an external posting open to all applicants. A completed application must be submitted to be considered for this position. Applications not completed in their entirety will not be considered.
- Create an account to apply online or pick up a paper application in the Human Resources Department.
The Charter Township of Canton provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and is committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race color religion age gender sex pregnancy national origin disability height weight gender identity marital status military status sexual orientation veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Canton Township takes great pride in the diversity of our community and promotes diversity in the workforce.
Employment Type
Part-Time
