Recreation Caregiver
Company: Hand in Hand
Location: Davenport
Posted on: September 21, 2023
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Job Description:
Hand in Hand's Recreation Caregiver is a part-time evening and
weekend opportunity to support children and adults of all abilities
in reaching their full potential. The Recreation Caregiver supports
evening and weekend recreation programs to give participants a
chance to be themselves and enjoy positive experiences with others
their age. The Recreation Caregiver will have the opportunity to
create a positive and inclusive environment and develop meaningful
connections with the people you support. Programs support children,
teens, and adults in a variety of social and recreation
opportunities. Activities the Recreation Caregiver will participate
include exercise and fitness, cooking, art, adaptive sports, teen
and adult social activities and many more - including Can Play - an
adaptive Parks & Rec style sports league! Salary $13/HrRecreation
caregivers are responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of
each child/adult enrolled in Hand in Hand recreation programs. They
demonstrate leadership, actively participate in activities and
programs, and serve as a positive role model for all participants
and colleagues. Responsibilities will include direct care of
children/adults, development and deployment of adaptive activities,
quality and safety control, parent/guardian interaction, and
behavior management. An individual in this position must be able to
successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities
listed on the job description. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of this position. The above list reflects the
general details necessary to describe the principle and essential
functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only
duties that may be assigned for the position.At least 16 years of
ageCertified in infant, child, and adult cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and Iowa's mandatory reporting of
abuse (Hand in Hand will coordinate courses for certification if
not yet obtained)Experience working with children and adults with
disabilitiesAbility to communicate clearly to children, adults, and
coworkers.Enthusiasm and desire to positively impact the lives of
children and adults.Experience using behavior modification
techniques.Compassion and enthusiasm for creating and leading
inclusive programs.Experience and competency with Microsoft Office
software and other basic computer
applications.PI31698474-25660-b22450cfe287
Keywords: Hand in Hand, Davenport , Recreation Caregiver, Healthcare , Davenport, Iowa
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