Description

Are you interested in rewarding and exciting work that will directly benefit the Dublin community? Adaptive Recreation Instructors participate in the planning, organization, and implementation of inclusive and specialized programs for Dublin community members with special needs. We are looking for responsible and enthusiastic individuals to help us facilitate a safe, fun, and inclusive environment for adaptive recreation participants to create memories that last a lifetime!

Primary Focus: Adaptive Recreation Instructors will collaborate with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator to organize and implement programs, classes, and events for Dublin community members of all ages with special needs. In addition, Adaptive Recreation Instructors may collaborate in determining appropriate accommodations needed for individuals with special needs to participate in traditional recreation programs, classes, and events.

Availability/Scheduling

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  Must be available to work in-person in Dublin, Ohio (no remote opportunities at this time).
• Adaptive Recreation Instructors typically work 2-10 hours per week, depending on program needs.
• Program hours typically include evenings.
• Scheduling is flexible based on instructor availability.

It's a Great Job...But Wait! There's More!

• Refer a Friend Bonus Program ($50 per successful employee referral)
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) enrollment and contributions
• Potential Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• 20% discount on classes and free textbooks at Franklin University
• Fostering Internal Talent (FIT) Program offering incentives, training, and team building
• Discounts on classes and memberships at the Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC)
• The City covers the cost of obtaining and maintaining American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certifications
• Employee recognition and appreciation events throughout the summer
• Volunteer opportunities
• Discounted/free employee participation in select City events (Memorial Golf Tournament, Dublin Irish Festival, etc.)
• Uniforms provided
• Career mapping and growth opportunities

Examples of Duties

Examples of duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

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  Implement developmentally appropriate activities for adaptive recreation program offerings.
• Organize necessary supplies, materials, and equipment for programs and activities.
• Lead, instruct, demonstrate, and supervise program activities as assigned.
• Adapt recreational activities to meet participant needs.
• Ensure participant safety by enforcing safety policies and procedures and maintaining clean and safe activity areas throughout all program durations.
• Collaborate with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator to determine accommodations needed for participation in recreation programs and to help resolve issues with participants prior to, during, and at the conclusion of seasonal programs.
• Communicate effectively with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator and program participants prior to, during, and at the conclusion of each seasonal program.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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  Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and experience working with individuals with a wide range of special needs.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Possession of current American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 60 days of employment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and remain active and on your feet for length of program time.

Preferred Qualifications

• College/university degree or work experience in Education, Special Education, Adaptive Recreation, or related field.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience needed for this position.

DEI Initiative Statement: The City of Dublin is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive and equitable community. We work to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We actively celebrate colleagues’ differences, support them through their careers with us, and prohibit discrimination and harassment. We strive to ensure equitable access to resources and opportunities that allow individuals and groups to feel safe, respected, motivated, and valued. Creating a culture of equity and belonging helps to ensure we meet the needs of all residents, visitors, and City of Dublin employees.

Core Competencies

Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people – up, down and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds rapport, build constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Organizing: Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, and support) to get things done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges information and files in a useful manner.

Patience: Is tolerant with people and processes; listens and checks before acting; tries to understand the people and the data before making judgments and acting; waits for others to catch up before acting; sensitive to due process and proper pacing; follows established process.

Planning: Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; measures performance against goals; evaluates results.

Supplemental Information: All positions within this job classification have been designated as Casual in nature and all employees serving in such positions are considered to be Casual Employees. Casual employees serve strictly at the pleasure of the City and their employment may be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause.