What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inclusion Aide position at City of Fort Collins?
POSITION TITLE: Inclusion Aide (Hourly)
REQUISITION #: req6949
DEPARTMENT: Recreation
LOCATION: NORTHSIDE AZTLAN CTR
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Variable Hourly View Classifications & Benefits
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Fluctuating Hourly
HOURLY RATE: $16.00 - 18.00 per hour (based on relevant experience)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is: Open until filled
The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer.
We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment.
You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application.
Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager.
You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews.
Please keep your contact information up-to-date.
The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.
Post-offer background check required and CBI Fingerprinting required.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background.
The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications.
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure
Summary: This position works under the direct supervision of the therapeutic recreation supervisor and coordinator during the summer, to provide support for individuals with disabilities to participate in general recreation class offerings.
Hours may include evenings and weekends, 20-35 hours per week.
Provides inclusion facilitation for individuals with disabilities in general recreation programs like summer camps, swimming lessons, farm programs, etc.
Essential Job Functions: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.
City Competencies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Previous experience working with positive behavior supports is desired.
Prefer having three (3) months (460 hours) of full time or equivalent part-time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children.
Language Skills: Ability to read instructions and communicate with City supervisor and the general public.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisor, groups of clients, parents, customers, and the general public.
Knowledge of American Sign Language and Spanish desirable, but not required
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve and implement practical solutions to problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Foresee and initiate proactive measures to ensure program quality, customer service and facility integrity.
Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:
WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to blood borne pathogens and uncontrollable physical behaviors such as kicking or biting.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Inclusive Recreation Aide Performance Steps
Performance Step 1
Based on previous employee experience steps can be skipped with the approval of Area Manager
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities.
Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.
Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use:
Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body.
The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.
The City of Fort Collins is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender identity and expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, genetic information, and, in certain specific circumstances, marriage to a coworker or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
POST OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK AND CBI FINGERPRINTING REQUIRED.
Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.
Summary: This position works under the direct supervision of the therapeutic recreation supervisor and coordinator during the summer, to provide support for individuals with disabilities to participate in general recreation class offerings.
Hours may include evenings and weekends, 20-35 hours per week.
Provides inclusion facilitation for individuals with disabilities in general recreation programs like summer camps, swimming lessons, farm programs, etc.
Essential Job Functions: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.
Provide assistance with the inclusion and support of a participant with a disability into City recreation division class offerings as assigned.Become part of an interdisciplinary team by contributing ideas, attending staff meetings, and completing required trainings.Overseeing the supervision of children.Act as an advocate for people with disabilities; provide disability awareness information, emphasize the individual's abilities and similarities and de-emphasize the differences.Help individuals to achieve inclusion goals which foster independence in recreation programming.Communicate effectively with staff, parents, supported living staff, schoolteachers and other participants.Become actively involved and participate in scheduled activities.Attend all orientations, meetings, in-services and related workshops as indicated by supervisor.Provide input and planning for program modifications and adaptive equipment.Complete and turn in all paperwork, incident/accident reports and documentation forms in a timely manner.Be a positive role model.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position is not responsible for the supervision of employees.
REQUISITION #: req6949
DEPARTMENT: Recreation
LOCATION: NORTHSIDE AZTLAN CTR
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Variable Hourly View Classifications & Benefits
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Fluctuating Hourly
HOURLY RATE: $16.00 - 18.00 per hour (based on relevant experience)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is: Open until filled
The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer.
We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment.
You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application.
Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager.
You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews.
Please keep your contact information up-to-date.
The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.
Post-offer background check required and CBI Fingerprinting required.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background.
The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications.
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure
Summary: This position works under the direct supervision of the therapeutic recreation supervisor and coordinator during the summer, to provide support for individuals with disabilities to participate in general recreation class offerings.
Hours may include evenings and weekends, 20-35 hours per week.
Provides inclusion facilitation for individuals with disabilities in general recreation programs like summer camps, swimming lessons, farm programs, etc.
Essential Job Functions: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Provide assistance with the inclusion and support of a participant with a disability into City recreation division class offerings as assigned.
- Become part of an interdisciplinary team by contributing ideas, attending staff meetings, and completing required trainings.
- Overseeing the supervision of children.
- Act as an advocate for people with disabilities; provide disability awareness information, emphasize the individual's abilities and similarities and de-emphasize the differences.
- Help individuals to achieve inclusion goals which foster independence in recreation programming.
- Communicate effectively with staff, parents, supported living staff, schoolteachers and other participants.
- Become actively involved and participate in scheduled activities.
- Attend all orientations, meetings, in-services and related workshops as indicated by supervisor.
- Provide input and planning for program modifications and adaptive equipment.
- Complete and turn in all paperwork, incident/accident reports and documentation forms in a timely manner.
- Be a positive role model.
City Competencies
- Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
- Strong learning orientation.
Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends. - A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
- A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to work effectively with participants with disabilities and understand techniques for inclusion facilitation.
- Must demonstrate dependability, promptness and punctuality.
- Ability to work as a team with recreation staff, ARO staff, parents and, other community contacts.
- Previous experience working with children with disabilities desired.
- Applicant must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to perform written documentation and demonstrate strong communication skills.
Previous experience working with positive behavior supports is desired.
Prefer having three (3) months (460 hours) of full time or equivalent part-time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children.
Language Skills: Ability to read instructions and communicate with City supervisor and the general public.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisor, groups of clients, parents, customers, and the general public.
Knowledge of American Sign Language and Spanish desirable, but not required
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve and implement practical solutions to problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Foresee and initiate proactive measures to ensure program quality, customer service and facility integrity.
Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:
- Must pass background check and CBI fingerprinting.
- CPR and First Aid Certification must be acquired within one month of hire
- Must complete State-approved courses before working with children.
- Clearance from state, federal, and child abuse reporting background checks is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to blood borne pathogens and uncontrollable physical behaviors such as kicking or biting.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Inclusive Recreation Aide Performance Steps
Performance Step 1
- Performs as required by job description with direct supervision.
- Develops facilitation strategies and individualized support plans for youth with disabilities in general recreation programs.
- Communicates effectively with individuals with disabilities, parents, and instructors.
- Performs all duties outlined in Step 1.
- Communicates with inclusion coordinators regarding outcomes of inclusion intervention.
- Completes 3 months with a minimum of 200 contact hours.
- Favorable review by ARO Inclusion Coordinator.
- Performs all duties outlined in Step 1 and 2.
- Bachelor's degree in an associated field.
- Assists with inclusion trainings for summer camp staff and other ARO inclusion aides.
- Performs independently to make initial contact with individuals and families and provides class support.
- Completion of seasonal/annual programs and positive feedback from participants.
- Completes a minimum of 480 contact hours.
- Favorable review by ARO Inclusion Coordinator.
- CTRS, Behavior Specialist or comparable certification will start at this level.
- Performs all duties outlined in Step 1-3.
- Supports the inclusion coordinator, other inclusion aides and provides facilitation strategy ideas.
- Accumulates a minimum of 680 hours and a favorable review by the ARO Inclusion Coordinator.
Based on previous employee experience steps can be skipped with the approval of Area Manager
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities.
Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.
Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use:
Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body.
The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.
The City of Fort Collins is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender identity and expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, genetic information, and, in certain specific circumstances, marriage to a coworker or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
POST OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK AND CBI FINGERPRINTING REQUIRED.
Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.
Summary: This position works under the direct supervision of the therapeutic recreation supervisor and coordinator during the summer, to provide support for individuals with disabilities to participate in general recreation class offerings.
Hours may include evenings and weekends, 20-35 hours per week.
Provides inclusion facilitation for individuals with disabilities in general recreation programs like summer camps, swimming lessons, farm programs, etc.
Essential Job Functions: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.
Provide assistance with the inclusion and support of a participant with a disability into City recreation division class offerings as assigned.Become part of an interdisciplinary team by contributing ideas, attending staff meetings, and completing required trainings.Overseeing the supervision of children.Act as an advocate for people with disabilities; provide disability awareness information, emphasize the individual's abilities and similarities and de-emphasize the differences.Help individuals to achieve inclusion goals which foster independence in recreation programming.Communicate effectively with staff, parents, supported living staff, schoolteachers and other participants.Become actively involved and participate in scheduled activities.Attend all orientations, meetings, in-services and related workshops as indicated by supervisor.Provide input and planning for program modifications and adaptive equipment.Complete and turn in all paperwork, incident/accident reports and documentation forms in a timely manner.Be a positive role model.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position is not responsible for the supervision of employees.
Location/Region: Fort Collins, Colorado
Salary : $16 - $0
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