Recreation Coordinator - Athletics

Are you a recreation professional looking for rewarding work in a supportive environment Would you love to expand your horizons with a great team by your side Then SEASPAR is the place for you!

SEASPAR (the South East Association for Special Parks And Recreation) is a special recreation association providing year-round recreational programs and services to residents with disabilities in the following communities in Illinois: Brookfield Clarendon Hills Darien Downers Grove Indian Head Park La Grange La Grange Park Lemont Lisle Western Springs Westmont Willowbrook and Woodridge. SEASPAR offers year-round programming for all ages and all disabilities including: weekly social artistic cultural and fitness programs; special events and trips; Special Olympics training; adapted sports; multi-sensory rooms; and much more!

SEASPAR is currently seeking an energetic creative and flexible candidate for our Recreation Coordinator position which plans and coordinates all athletics programming including Special Olympics aquatics and adaptive sports.

Duties

Instruct recreation and leisure programs as developed and sponsored by SEASPAR with a range of twelve - sixteen hours of direct leadership per week.

Plan and coordinate Special Olympics and sports programs which must meet the needs and interests of SEASPARs residents in addition to coordinating the use of community facilities to meet program needs.

Plan a variety of aquatic programs which must meet the needs and interests of SEASPARs residents in addition to coordinating the use of community facilities to meet program needs.

Plan and coordinate several large-scale sporting events on an annual basis including a swim meet bowling tournament and various other sports competitions.

Develop organize and plan the weekly adaptive athletic programs for people with physical disabilities.

In collaboration with the Program Development Team assist in the future planning for seasonal program offerings to meet the needs of SEASPAR participants.

Develop program goals and objectives maintain attendance and write evaluation reports for assigned programs.

Actively support SEASPARs risk management program.

Assist in the planning of seasonal programs and special events.

Develop and manage department budgets revenue and expenditures. Assist in the formulation and management of the recreation department budget.

Prepare and present reports relative to job duties.

Assist with preparation and distribution of SEASPAR brochures and promotional materials.

Represent SEASPAR at various public events to support outreach initiative as needed.

Obtain and maintain training and certification in first aid CPR Handle with Care and others related to duties.

Gain certification as an instructor for an industry-specific topic such as first aid CPR CPI or other related topics.

Develop skills and abilities necessary to carry out assigned duties by attendance at meetings workshops in-service training opportunities webinars conferences and other development opportunities.

Monitor local state and national trends as they relate to SEASPAR functions.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

Must be able to sit 70% of the workday. Must be able to carry equipment up to 35 lbs. for up to 100 feet. Lift equipment/participants up to 50 lbs. Push participants in wheelchairs. Must be able to transfer individuals from wheelchairs to stationary seats including restroom transfers. Must be able to drive agency vehicles and operate wheelchair lifts and tie-downs. Must have the ability to use telephone computer and office equipment and access files in cabinets. Must have mobility to move from one facility to another during the workday. Must have regular and predictable on-site attendance.

Worker Traits

Demonstration of enthusiasm strong interpersonal skills communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people with disabilities SEASPAR staff SEASPAR member entity staff parents/guardians participants school personnel and community groups as well as members of the general public.

The knowledge of the basic philosophical foundation of recreation and leisure.

The ability to interact effectively with and to plan for individuals with a wide range of disabilities.

The ability when necessary to modify and adapt recreation activities to meet participants needs and interests.

The knowledge of the philosophy of inclusion as well as ADA Accommodations.

The knowledge of current inclusive practices.

The knowledge of basic supervisory principles.

The knowledge of current employment laws and practices.

The ability to interact and plan effectively with the SEASPAR staff parents and staff representing park districts schools and other community agencies and organizations.

The knowledge of schools nursing homes group homes hospitals clinics agencies and organizations serving individuals with disabilities.

The knowledge of community facilities available for SEASPARs use.

The knowledge and skill in a wide range of recreation interest areas.

The ability to set and evaluate program goals and objectives.

The ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing.

The ability to be flexible in all aspects of job responsibility.

The ability to observe and accurately report on participant behavior and progress.

The knowledge of and ability to practice emergency first aid and aquatic safety.

The knowledge and demonstration of proper safety measures regarding equipment supplies and leadership while conducting programs.

Required Education and Experience

The Recreation Coordinator should be graduated from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in recreation therapeutic recreation special education or related field. The Recreation Coordinator must be a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or hold the highest level of certification in their field or attain certification within one year.

Condition of Employment

The Recreation Coordinator must be a licensed driver provide and insure his/her own car and use his/her own car for SEASPAR business and must pass the pre-placement physical and background check.

Location and Schedule

The Recreation Coordinator primarily works at the main SEASPAR office located at 4500 Belmont Road in Downers Grove. Frequent travel to program sites is required. Regular office hours are 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday but evening and weekend commitments should be expected. Must have regular and predictable on-site attendance.

Compensation

In exchange for your time and talent this position offers competitive compensation with a starting salary of $44000-$55000 based on experience and qualifications in addition to medical dental vision and life insurance Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension plan medical and dependent flexible spending account paid time off (including holiday vacation personal and sick) and tuition reimbursement.

SEASPAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer which has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at the agency which bases employment upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of an individuals actual or perceived race (including but not limited to traits associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids locks and twists) color religion sex gender (including gender identity and expression) age national origin citizenship status work authorization status ancestry marital status veteran status disability association with a person with a disability sexual orientation genetic information unfavorable discharge from military service or military status civil union partnership order of protection status pregnancy childbirth or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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