Recreation Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

The Arc of Palm Beach County is a dynamic, community-based nonprofit serving and advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our dedicated and caring team members provide support that helps over 3,500 children, teens, and adults to live, learn, work, and thrive.

At The Arc, we are driven by our vision of a community where every person feels welcome, connected, and accepted. Fulfilling this vision requires passion, creativity, and a diversity of skills and backgrounds. Think you have what it takes? Help us make a difference and join us as an Recreation Counselor in the fight for inclusion and belonging for all!

Position Summary :

The Recreation Assistant role for the Recreation Department is to act as the hands-on engaging team members working with clients in the program. This role works to assist in the creation and implementation of the most engaging recreation programs possible to meet the needs of the clients on a day-to-day basis. Understand the various recreation program services, participant criteria, and follow supervisor’s leadership as required. This position will be taking place at Belvedere Elementary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Under the guidance and leadership of the Recreation Coordinator and / or the Director of Respite & Recreation (R&R), the Recreation Assistant (Counselor) will :
• Executes and support the execution of recreational and educational activities.
• Engage in leading outdoor / indoor activities or sports for groups of participants
• Support in the implement daily activity schedules and lesson plans.
• Assist as requested in modifying and coordinating program activities, including immediate plan changes and rescheduling needs.
• Support in the planning and execution of community outings and field trips.
• Attend trainings as required / requested that will increase general and related knowledge of developmental disabilities.
• Make sure all safety rules are followed and implemented.
• Supervise and engage participants in a variety of recreational and social events.
• Provide input to the Supervisor / Recreation Program regarding client needs, issues, questions or planning community activities.

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