Special Needs Program Aide ($17.74 / hour - $23.94 / hour)

Job Details

Level : Entry

Job Location : Hayward Area Recreation District - Hayward, CA

Position Type : Hourly

Education Level : High School

Salary Range : $17.74 - $23.94 Hourly

Travel Percentage : Negligible

Job Shift : Day

Job Category : Special Needs Programs

Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) is committed to providing accessible and inclusive programming for all that wish to participate, despite limitations or disabilities. A variety of Adaptive classes, programs and special events are available. H.A.R.D. is seeking several Special Needs Program Aides to support these programs throughout the year!

We are seeking reliable, dedicated, and creative individuals to be a part of our team. Patience and caring staff who love gardening, exercising, and bringing out the best in our participants are ideal candidates for this job. Aides may be providing one on one support, guidance to participants and will help ensure a fun, safe and successful experience.

Here are the details about the positions :

• Available Positions : 10
• Hourly Rate : $17.74 / hour - $23.94 / hour
• Work Schedule : Up to 18 hours / week on weekdays between the hours of 9am and 4pm. Evenings and weekends may be required based on programming needs.
• Part-time, Year-Round, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position
• Work Location : Multiple locations within the District
• Anticipated Start Date : ASAP
• Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 - June 30)

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This posting may close at any time.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator II, performs a variety of duties and responsibilities to assists with daily operations of the Special Needs Adult Day Program at Sorensdale Center. The Program Aid will assist in facilitating educational, vocational, and recreational training for persons with intellectual / developmental disabilities to help them achieve their educational goals, while respecting and encouraging Person Centered Thinking. Due to the varied and individual needs of each participant, Special Needs Program Aids may provide a variety of support and assistance and should be flexible adjusting to participant needs.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for performing Program Aid duties in the Special Needs Program. This class can be distinguished from the class of Special Needs Program Instructor as this class does not have Program Instructor responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following :

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. The functions of this position are primarily performed indoor but may be at some outdoor locations as part of a team. There will be exposure to computer screens. Incumbents may be assigned a work schedule including weekends, early mornings, evenings and may have to travel between various locations or community-based settings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have : hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person, by telephone, by PA system and by radio, and to speak loudly in a noisy setting; vision adequate to clearly distinguish objects and persons at a distance, bodily movement adequate to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; manual dexterity adequate to grasp objects, use fine manipulation, write and operate office machines and equipment; strength and endurance to safely lift and carry items of up to 50 pounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Ability and Skill to :

Knowledge of :

Education / Experience / Training :

Special Requirements :