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City of Baltimore · 4 weeks ago

Program Assistant, Recreation Arts Instructor (NCS) - Baltimore City Recreation and Parks

Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$15/hr - $54.60/hr

1+ years exp

The City of Baltimore is seeking a Recreation Arts Instructor to assist with programming and daily duties in the Therapeutic Recreation Program. This temporary position involves planning and facilitating recreational activities for participants with and without disabilities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.

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Responsibilities

Assists with a variety of duties related to preparing, planning and facilitating programs, including a traditional summer day camp, for participants with (and without) disabilities at the Farring Baybrook Recreation Center and offsite locations

Provides assistance and engages individuals while they participate in programming

Maintains a safe and friendly atmosphere to ensure participants have a positive experience

May instruct (or assist with instructing) during programming including sports, fitness activities, dancing, nature education programs, social programs, games, and other activities

Ensures supplies, equipment, and facilities are in order; recommends any necessary repairs or supply needs to the supervisor

Monitors participant behavior and resolves issues and de-escalates participant behavior

Assists in the enforcement of rules, regulations, and safety precautions of municipal facilities

Assists with the management and care of the facilities and equipment in all program areas

Set up and break down rooms/areas or activities

Assists in cleaning and general maintenance

Qualification

Recreational activities experienceWorking with disabilitiesTherapeutic recreation knowledgeCustomer service skillsEffective communication

Required

Highschool or GED

18 years of age

One (1) year of experience in recreational activities or working with participants with disabilities

Desire ability to work with participants with all levels and types of disabilities

Ability to understand and retain the program rules as it pertains to Therapeutic Recreation, adaptive equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in therapeutic recreation programs

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to prepare routine records

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with participants, public, co-workers and supervisors

Skill in interacting with a diverse group of individuals with disabilities in a cooperative, compassionate, and caring manner

Skill in using courtesy and respect in providing customer services

Skill in instructing and supervising appropriate program activity

Skill in communicating effectively in verbal and written form