P/T Recreation Program Assistant
P/T Recreation Program Assistant
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Job Description
Position: Recreation Program Assistant (Part-time)
Reports to: Recreation Services Manager
Why join our team
At Els for Autism we impact the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families daily. We influence and support autism acceptance and appreciation worldwide. Come work at our beautiful 26 acre campus in Jupiter where you will be a part of our innovative dedicated and passionate team in delivering and facilitating programs and services supporting individuals and families impacted by ASD.
Importance of Role
Recreation Program Assistants (RPA) work with highly experienced staff in a team atmosphere to facilitate recreation programs and support participants. RCAs will follow evidence-based practices for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual disabilities to assist participants and support staff in carrying out the goals of the program.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with supervision and coaching of program participants
- Assist participants during activities using verbal instruction demonstration modeling and hand over hand assistance
- Assist participants with activities of daily living including meals snacks and personal care
- Actively participate in all indoor and outdoor recreation sports and fitness activities
- Maintain knowledge of program participants medical physical communication and behavioral needs
- Assist with drop off and pick up of program participants
- Follow organizational and program safety procedures; report all safety concerns to the program supervisor
- Provide supervisor with feedback about activities
- Assist with the setup/tear down/clean-up of physical spaces including classrooms activity rooms storage room conference room pavilion golf course tennis court courtyard and sensory garden.
Qualifications:
- HS diploma or GED
- 1 year of experience in a paid position working with children youth and/or adults with autism or developmental disabilities.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certification or ability to obtain
Work Hours:
Monday-Friday 1-5 PM for a total of 20 hours per week.
Work Environment:
Activities take place indoors and outside at the Els Center of Excellence
Successful candidates need to be able to participate in a variety of physical activities including but not limited to fitness walking swimming golf tennis kickball and soccer. Position supports programs that take place at The Els Center of Excellence and in community-based settings.
Els for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and all individuals regardless of background identity or ability are respected and provided equal opportunities for success. To learn more visit
Must successfully complete a Level 2 background check
Employment Type
Part-Time
