Social & Community ServicesResidential & Direct Support
About the job
Requirements
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, participants, parents, and caregivers.
Ability to solve practical problems in a variety of situations.
Ability to communicate, interpret, and understand written and oral instructions.
Ability to interact with participants appropriately.
Ability to give clear verbal direction to groups of various sizes.
Ability to deal effectively with emergency situations.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Some college is required.
Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
A background check is required.
Must be able to safely lift, pull, or push—with assistance—up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to perform or assist with participant transfers in varying situations.
Must be able to push or pull participants using various assistive devices.
Must be able to stand, walk, run, sit, bend, stoop, squat, twist, and reach for extended periods.
Must be able to perform and assist participants with activities of daily living.
Must be able to communicate with staff and participants by phone and in person.
Must be able to instruct, observe, and demonstrate all program aspects.
Must be able to recognize and prevent or redirect potentially risky behaviors.
Must demonstrate sound decision-making and respond to participant needs when providing injury intervention.
Responsibilities
Support implementation and evaluation of recreation classes, community outings, dances, after-school programs, special events, Special Olympics, Unified Sports, and overnight outings.
Perform work professionally by dressing appropriately, arriving on time, staying through the end of shifts, attending appropriate staff meetings, and attending staff orientation to uphold quality standards.
Support others and take initiative as part of a team.
Maintain an enthusiastic attitude and serve as a role model for positive and appropriate behavior through speech and action.
Supervise and support participants and volunteers throughout program participation.
Abide by and enforce the R.I.S.E. Program’s “No Isolated Moments” policy and adhere to City of Lakewood and R.I.S.E.-specific policies and procedures.
Remain aware of risks and prioritize safety throughout the R.I.S.E. program.
Facilitate appropriate participation and participate in programs with participants.
Redirect participants’ negative or undesired behaviors as needed.
Submit hours and accurate time cards on time and in compliance with City policies.
Make reasonable and prudent decisions consistent with the beliefs of the R.I.S.E. program, Recreation Division, and City of Lakewood.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Experience motivating and working with people with disabilities or varied demographics.
A college degree is preferred.
Education in working with people with disabilities is preferred.
The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.
Apply by: Continuous
PAY RATE: $17.50/hr
Under general supervision from the Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator and Therapeutic Recreation Program Specialist(s), the Variable Therapeutic Recreation leader assists in the implementation and facilitation of comprehensive therapeutic recreation-based programs with people of all ages and varying abilities.
ABOUT COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Community Resources is committed to providing high quality park, recreation, family and cultural services and facilities that inspire enjoyment, learning and wellness in the lives of those who live, work and play in Lakewood. We value leadership, integrity, communication and connection, diversity and adaptability.
MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES (This job description does not intend to list every function of the position).
Essential Job Functions:
Support implementation and evaluation of various recreation programs including: recreation classes, community outings, dances, after school programs, special events, Special Olympics, Unified Sports and overnight outings.
Perform job in a professional manner, i.e. dress appropriately, arrive on time, stay until the end of your shift, attend all appropriate staff meetings, and staff orientation to ensure quality standards are upheld.
Work as a part of a team by supporting others and taking initiative.
Maintain an enthusiastic attitude and serve as a role model for positive and appropriate behavior through speech and action on a daily basis.
Supervise and support participants and volunteers at all times in program participation.
Abide by and enforce the R.I.S.E. Program’s “No Isolated Moments” policy where, when as well as adhere to City of Lakewood and R.I.S.E.-specific policies and procedure
Be constantly aware of risk and how to manage those risks; make safety a top priority in all aspects of the R.I.S.E. program.
Facilitate the appropriate participation of program participants and participate in programs with participants.
Redirect negative/undesired behaviors from participants as needed.
Submit hours and an accurate time card on time and in compliance with City policies.
Make reasonable and prudent decisions conducive to the beliefs of the R.I.S.E. program, Recreation Division and the City of Lakewood.
Other duties as assigned.
Hours of Work
Day, nights, weekends as requested
Organizational Relationships
Supervision Received:
Receives general supervision from Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator and Therapeutic Recreation Program Specialists.
Supervision Given:
Assistant Recreation Leaders
Volunteers
Essential Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, participants, parents and caregivers.
Ability to solve practical problems in a variety of situations.
Ability to communicate, interpret and understand instructions, both written and oral.
Ability to interact with participants in an appropriate manner.
Ability to give clear verbal direction to groups of various sizes.
Ability to deal effectively with emergency situations.
Experience motivating and working with people with disabilities or a variety of demographics (preferred).
Background check is required.
Education
High school diploma or Equivalent
Some College (College degree preferred)
Education in working with people with disabilities preferred
Required Certifications
Current CPR and First Aid Certifications
Physical and Mental Requirements
Must be able to safely lift/pull/push (with assistance) weight of up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to perform or assist in participant transfers in varying situations.
Ability to push/pull participants using various assistive devices.
Ability to stand, walk, run, sit, bend, stoop, squat, twist, and reach for extended periods of time.
Must be able to perform and assist with activities of daily living with participants.
Must be able to communicate with staff and participants via phone and in person.
Must be able to instruct, observe, and demonstrate all program aspects.
Must be able to recognize and prevent/redirect potentially-risky behaviors.
Must be able to demonstrate sound decision making skills and be reactive to the needs of the participants in providing intervention to injury.
Work Environment
The work environment varies by location of event, class or outing. Times of events, classes or outings vary as well. Programs can run during the day, evenings, weekends, and overnight.
Equipment Used
R.I.S.E. program supplies
Various board games
Phones
Computers/iPads
Copier/Printer/Fax
Pay Range
$15.76-$19.29
Background and reference checks will be conducted for all regular and some variable/seasonal positions.