Recreation Assistant, Therapeutic Summer Program
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Job Location:
Decatur, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
23 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Pay rate: $17/hour
This is a temporary part-time seasonal position for Summer 2026
Dates of employment: June 2 2026 - July 24 2026
Location: Various Locations
About Us:
DeKalb County is dedicated to providing a safe and fun environment for children with special needs to grow learn and experience the joys of summer camp. We are committed to fostering an inclusive atmosphere where each child is supported and encouraged. We are looking for compassionate patient and dedicated individuals to join our team as Recreation Assistants.
POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Recreation Assistant Therapeutic Program you will work directly with children with various disabilities helping them engage in daily activities such as arts and crafts sports swimming nature walks and team-building exercises. You will provide emotional behavioral and physical support ensuring a positive and enriching experience for each camper.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with children with special needs in a camp setting ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
- Provide one-on-one or small group support to campers with diverse needs (e.g. autism Down syndrome ADHD learning disabilities).
- Assist in leading and supervising camp activities such as sports arts and crafts swimming and nature-based programs.
- Communicate effectively with camp directors other counselors and parents about camper needs and progress.
- Provide a positive role model for campers by demonstrating responsibility kindness and inclusivity.
- Help develop and implement individualized support plans based on camper goals and needs.
- Attend camp staff training and follow all camp policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience working with children particularly children with special needs is preferred.
- Ability to stay calm patient and positive in all situations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willing to accept temporary employment
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must pass background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screen
- Must have reliable transportation
- Previous experience in a recreation setting working with youth is preferred
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Swimming
- Assisted Living
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Publisher
- Dementia Care
- Recreational Therapy
- Alzheimers Care
- Cash Handling
- Music Therapy
- Experience with Children
- Supervising Experience
About Company
At DeKalb County Government, we enable career success by providing opportunities to thrive! Our culture is rooted in principles of collaboration, teamwork, and achievements. We foster a diversified and inclusive workforce, embracing a shared set of core values based on character, comp ... View more
