JOB LOCATION
Central Recreation Center 18150 E Vassar Pl Aurora, Colorado 80013
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Hiring Salary for this position: $16/hourly
This is classified as a VHNE (Variable Hour Non-benefit Employee), this position do not provide medical benefits. The position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.
The City of Aurora is seeking a part-time staff member that will provide assistance with the implementation and facilitation of therapeutic recreation programs, classes, and activities with individuals of all ages and varying abilities.
Programs' locations and times will vary during the day, evening, and weekends. The City of Aurora is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities in recreation programs. We provide an opportunity to experience programs of social enrichment, arts, culture, excursions, sports & fitness in a positive, healthy & fun environment.
Under the supervision of "full time ARISE staff member", provide assistance with the implementation & facilitation of therapeutic recreation programs for all ages of individuals with varying abilities
Responsible for assisting with year-round programs including days, nights, and weekends.
Effectively communicates with parents, teachers, therapists or guardians, providing appropriate answers and follow up information as necessary
Ability to show courtesy, dignity, and redirection for participants of all ability levels
Provides a safe and supportive learning environment for all participants
Provides adaptations to accommodate the ability level of all participants
Completes documentation step of TR process as required
Provides support and guidance to participants in need of 3rd party transportation services, to ensure safe arrival and departure from program
Operation and before/after use inspections of 13 passenger bus for weekly excursions and overnight trips; operation of wheelchair lift as needed
Performs other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Education:
Experience:
Preferred Qualifications:
College education in Therapeutic Recreation, education, human services or a related field
Certifications similar or related to Water Safety Instructor
Knowledge:
Familiar with Therapeutic Recreation process
Disability diagnoses, trends, and issues
Person first language
ADA standards
Skills:
Strong organization and interpersonal skills
Motivated to achieve
Identifies problems, determines accuracy and relevant information
Uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations
Abilities:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizen
Handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Successfully engage participants with disabilities in community recreation program.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Requires a valid driver's license; Must be able to complete all requirements related to operating a City of Aurora vehicle (including clearing a Motor Vehicle Record check); City of Aurora's defensive driving course
Requires certification in CPR/First Aid within (6 months of hire), must be kept current as condition of continued employment
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
