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Work @ CPD
Chicago Park
District - Department Of Human Resources
Job Title:
Special Recreation Instructor – Part Time
Duties: Plans and
implements a community recreation curriculum and
teaches a variety of physical, leisure, adapted
aquatics and recreation activities to citizens
deaf & hard of hearing and to other special
populations. Instructs and supervises Park
District patrons involved in sports, games and
recreation and athletics. Demonstrates proper
techniques and skills for recreation and
athletic activities. Accompanies, supervises and
coaches athletes at local, regional, national
and international sporting competitions and
other scheduled events. Plans and implements a
Summer Day Camp for Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing
Youth, called
Evaluates
individual skill levels and assesses the leisure
capacity of program participants. Develops and
identifies realistic recreation and athletic
goals for deaf/hard-of-
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion
of at least 20 credit hours in an accredited
college or university in Therapeutic Recreation,
Physical Education, Recreation or a closely
related field, plus one year experience in
Therapeutic Recreation, or an equivalent
combination of education and experience is
required. Required to be fluent in American Sign
Language. An Associate of Arts degree in one of
these fields is recommended. A Bachelor of Arts
degree is preferred. Certification Requirement:
Valid CPR certification from the American Red
Cross or other nationally recognized
organization. Certification Recommended:
Therapeutic Recreation Assistant or Specialist
(National Council for Therapeutic Certification)
2009 Wages: $15.42
per hour, approximately 25 hours per week
Application Period: 8/3/09-8/17/
Any vacancy posted
is pending Budget approval. Selection will be
based on information provided on the application
form and documents submitted with the
application form. Names of qualified applicants
will be placed on an employment list. Being on
an employment list is not an offer or guarantee
of employment with the Chicago Park District. An
employment list is merely a statement of
eligibility. Consistent with the Americans with
Disabilities Act, applicants may request
accommodations needed to participate in the
application process.
Residency in the City of
JOB APPLICATION FORM can be found
on
www.chicagoparkdist
Please mail your
application, resume and cover letter to (faxes
are not acceptable) to:
Human Resource DEPT - Chicago Park District,
If you have any
questions, feel free to email me anytime.
Thank you,
Sarah B Faber
Program Specialist
Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing
Chicago Park District
@
2741
866.932.7461 VP
773.478.3374 TTY
773.478.0144 Fax
sarah.faber@
Any questions, please feel free to contact me at
sarah.faber@
AO (Alternative Opportunities) , the parent company of Lakes Country
Resource Center is seeking several support staff for their
residential program in
St. Louis.
SUPPORT STAFF: Support Staff work in the homes and communities of people needing supports. S/he will serve as a mentor supporting people to learn and practice skills needed to live in their own home and community. Work with assigned DHH individuals with their weekly schedule Teach persons served independent living skills which could include community integration, personal hygiene, health care practices, wellness issues, socialization, recreation, money management, household skills, shopping and other needed skills to be independent Support persons served in developing meaningful relationships/ connections in the community Support persons served in making responsible choices Notify the Team Leader/Coordinator if the person served has a problem or is not meeting their goals QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. High school diploma required and preferred experience working with people with hearing losses and developmental disabilities Must have and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, Medication Administration, and Peaceful Intervention (AO can provide this training if you don't already have these certifications) Valid driver's license, an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance is required Occasional standing, walking, sitting, use of hands, handle, and reach with hands and arms, lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Pass background check including criminal record, driving record and abuse/neglect Three positive references, at least 2 from previous employers Good communication skills Respectful attitude toward persons with hearing losses Ability to work with a team of people toward goals Ability to write reports and document data Possess the skills the person he/she is chosen to support needs to learn Reliable vehicle Pay dependent upon education and experience. P/T and F/T jobs available Deaf persons are encouraged to apply! Interested candidates please contact Karin Stout-Foster, MSW, CDS DHH Coordinator AO/Lakes Country Resource Center 10820 Sunset Office Drive, Suite 101 St. Louis, MO 63127 314-835-1157 (TTY) 314-835-0226 Ext. 17 (Voice) 314-835-9204 Fax www.aoinc.org
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