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KESHET

Recreation Program Aide, Part-time

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Recreation Program Manager WAGES: Starting $17.00 per hour JOB STATUS: Part-time SCHEDULE: VARIES JOB SUMMARY: A Program Aide, under general supervision, aids program facilitators, performing a ...

Palatine Park District

Preschool Staff

Palatine, IL · On-site

$18/hr

For more information, please contact Recreation Program Manager Natalie Wood at (847) 496-6333 or nwood@palatineparks.org. View the here If you are ready to take the next step in your career, come ...

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Recreation Program Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing limited resources with diverse community needs, managing logistics for multiple simultaneous events, and ensuring strong participation. They must also address safety concerns, adapt to changing weather or facility issues, and communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, and participants. Successfully overcoming these challenges involves strong organizational skills, creative problem-solving, and the ability to build collaborative relationships within the community and with partner organizations.

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A Recreation Program Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing recreational programs and activities for a community, organization, or facility. They develop schedules, coordinate staff and volunteers, manage budgets, and ensure that programs meet the needs and interests of participants. Additionally, they often assess program effectiveness and make improvements, as well as ensure safety protocols and compliance with regulations.
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Recreation Program Aide, Part-time

KESHET

Northbrook, IL • On-site

$17/hr

Other

Re-posted 20 hours ago

Job description

LOCATION:                Skokie & Northbrook

SUPERVISOR:          Recreation Program Manager

WAGES:                     Starting $17.00 per hour

JOB STATUS:           Part-time

SCHEDULE:               VARIES

JOB SUMMARY:   A Program Aide, under general supervision, aids program facilitators, performing a variety of tasks relating to the physical and instructional needs of participants in a recreational setting; assists in the implementation of instructional programs, including self-help and behavior management as well as instruction. The Program Aide performs related duties as required or assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Engage participants in activities and promote independence and dignity throughout each session.
  • Help set up area and clean up
  • Be respectful and follow Jewish culture and guidelines
  • Adhere to Keshet policies and procedures outlined in the policy manual, Employee Handbook, and other employee policies.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Be respectful and follow Jewish culture and guidelines set forth in the personnel manual.
  • Adhere to Keshet policies and procedures outlined in the policy manual, Employee Handbook, and other employee policies.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to display flexibility and confidence in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality.

ABOUT KESHET

From its core programs for children and adults with intellectual challenges in the Chicago area, to its international consulting work, Keshet serves over 1,000 individuals with disabilities and touches the lives of many more family members, peers, supporters, and other stakeholders around the globe. Keshet’s local leadership, comprised of nearly 100 lay leaders from all walks of life, provide the inspiration, direction, and funding required to fulfill the organization’s mission: to do whatever is necessary to allow individuals with disabilities to achieve their potential.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned at any time by CEO.  Keshet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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