Accessible Recreation Coordinator

Forest Preserve District of DuPage County • Wheaton, IL • 12h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13302123

TheAccessible Recreation Coordinatorposition develops and implements the day-to-day operations for inclusion services for people with disabilities visiting the Forest Preserve District to provide meaningful and welcoming experiences for diverse audiences. This position provides inclusion support for public engagement and interpretation by researching, developing, evaluating, promoting, and presenting environmental or cultural programs at District facilities and throughout the forest preserve system and serves as the District ADA coordinator.

What You\'ll Do

Provide oversight, training, support, and strategy to District staff

for implementation of the Accessible Recreation Plan.

Work collaboratively with interpreter teams and ranger operations to

assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate inclusion services.

Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes,

and new tools for inclusive practices and reasonable accommodations.

Assess on-going training needs and develop staff training programs

and facilitate and/or present training programs delivering practical training, tools, and guidance to colleagues across departments.

Identify opportunities to streamline existing participant and

visitor inclusion practices and procedures to align district\'s Accessible Recreation Plan objectives and goals.

Create, revise, and maintain inclusion support plans for programs

including summer camp, scout programs, school programs, public programs, and individual participant plans as needed.

Support and promote inclusive environments and programs in

collaboration with District interpreters at multiple locations.

Instruct recreation and interpretive programs for school groups,

scout groups, by-request groups and general public.

Develop and implement programs for people with disabilities on the

topics of natural history, conservation, restoration efforts, natural resources, wildlife, ecology, history, etc.

Serve as a resource for information and expertise to the general

public and to outside agencies.

Train and oversee volunteers presenting programs and/or assisting

with research and program development in daily activities.

Collaborate with Community Relations to provide interpretive

writing, speaking and promotion of district initiatives through articles, press releases, interviews, social media, exhibits, etc.

Participate in District initiatives to enhance new and existing

programs and offerings.

Foster a work environment that promotes safe work habits, become

familiar with safety rules and procedures, keep work areas clean, and report on any unsafe conditions and incidents.

Maintain a supportive working environment and demonstrate a desire

to succeed the expectations of internal and external customers.

Perform other duties as required.

What You\'ll Need

Bachelor\'s degree in recreation, therapeutic recreation, special

education, or related field; 1-3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) preferred.

Must have and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification or

obtain within 6 months.

Must have and maintain Illinois Mandated Reporter certification or

obtain upon hire.

Valid Driver\'s License in good standing.

Effective public speaking skills.

Ability to interpret and communicate District information and

policies to the general public.

Strong communication skills, written and verbal. Bilingual

English/Spanish Preferred.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to utilize various

software programs and workorder systems (Active Net, etc.).

Maintains strict confidentiality of all private participant and or

visitor information.

Knowledge of principles and methods of curriculum and training

design.

Skilled in planning, organizing, and program development.

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records and data.

Effective in establishing and maintaining productive workplace

relationships.

Schedule, Pay, & Benefits

Monday-Friday | Regular hours are 8:00 am 4:30 pm.

Starting salary: \$59,883 67,392 per year.

We offer an outstanding and affordable benefit package including

medical, pension program, and more. To find out more, visit our website.

Work Setting

Based out of the headquarters facility in Wheaton, IL. Also requires

visits to various Forest Preserve locations and work sites throughout DuPage County.

Apply Today

Follow the link to apply directly and be considered for the position.

Additional information about the position and job duties can be found in the attached job description or on our website.

The Forest

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