Program Assistant
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Job Location:
Highland Park, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At NSSRA we believe that everyone deserves the chance to play. Formed in 1970 with that goal in mind we were the first Special Recreation Association in the country offering programs and services for children teens and adults with disabilities. We are similar to a park district however we only serve residents in our partner communities with special needs.
Fifty years later we serve approximately 1600 individuals with disabilities throughout the year in the northern suburbs of Chicago. Were all about creating an environment of belonging through play and we want you to be a part of our team!
ABOUT THE JOB
Becoming a Program Assistant is a great way to contribute your talents learn new job skillsand build meaningful this role you are responsible for the following tasks:
- Actively engage and supervise individuals with disabilities.
- Ensure the safety of participants during recreation events transportation transition times etc.
- Communicate professionally and consistently with participants parents fellow team membersand the general public when needed.
- Submit timely reports evaluations and timesheets maintaining accurate and complete records.
- Fulfill other duties as assigned.
ABOUT YOU
- To be a Program Assistant you must be 16 years of age or older.
- No experience is necessary but a desire to learn and grow as a professional and be a team player is required. Training is provided for all of our employees.
We work hard to provide the best possible experience for individuals participating in our programs so we are looking for candidates who are as highly motivated enthusiastic and professional as we are. If youre ready to earn a competitive wage doing something meaningful we want to hear from you!
THE FINE PRINT
All positions are part-time and work schedules may range from a minimum of 1 hour per week up to 28 hours per week.Scheduling is assigned by program season and hours are flexible and can be adjusted per season. Reliable transportation is required to ensure attendance at all scheduled programs. When committing to work a program you must be able to work all meeting dates for the entire season.
Pay: Starting at $16.00 per hour
NSSRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association (NSSRA) provides and facilitates year-round programs and services for children, teens, and adults with disabilities who live in the partner communities.
