Inclusion Specialist

City of Boulder•Boulder, CO

4d•$19 - $27

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Inclusion Specialist supports Boulder Parks and Recreation in providing safe, fun, and fulfilling summer camp experiences for youth with disabilities. This position is directly supervised by the Camps Supervisor and works closely with them to support a growing number of youth in inclusive camp settings. By proactively learning about each camper’s needs, setting up accommodations, mentoring staff, and communicating with families, the Inclusion Specialist is an integral member of the summer camp team. Staff in this role will be hands-on with camp groups, join in activities, and help adapt activities so they work well for everyone. This is a seasonal position with full-time hours during the summer. Throughout the year, there are part-time opportunities to participate in school day-off camps and year-round programs.

Requirements

Ability and willingness to attend and keep current on all required trainings, including State of Colorado Child Care requirements.
Ability and willingness to drive participants and staff in vehicles provided by Boulder Parks & Recreation.
Ability and willingness to work as part of a team.
Ability to be a leader.
Ability to complete and maintain accurate records and documentation.
Ability to create positive customer service relationships with parents, campers, therapists, program partners and city staff.
Ability to evaluate conditions in various locations and make judgments related to safety.
Ability to evaluate customer problems and make decisions within guidelines.
Ability to organize information and follow established procedures.
Ability to supervise staff, volunteers, and participants.
Ability to teach staff how to implement group management, modifications, and accommodations
Knowledge of the American’s with Disability Act.
Skills in effective and tactful interpersonal communication.
Skills in conflict resolution.
Must be 21 years of age or older to meet State of Colorado Licensing requirements.
Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.
Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.
Must meet State of Colorado School-Age Licensing Qualifications: A 4-year college degree in recreation, education (elementary or early childhood), or a subject in the human service field; OR 2-years associate degree and 3 months of satisfactory and verifiable hours working with children since the age of 18, in the care & supervision of 4 or more children; OR 21 months (3,185 hours) years of verifiable hours working with children since the age of 18, in the care and supervision of 4 of more children and be willing to complete course work applicable to school-age children within the first 9 months of employment.
Experience working with and implementing accommodations for people with disabilities.
Previous camp or recreation program experience.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate bi-lingually in English and Spanish.
Knowledge of principles and experience or certification in instructing adaptive sport, recreation or leisure activities.
Skills at a beginner level in American Sign Language
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, CTRS
Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR, AED and First Aid Certification
Experience as a State Licensed Camp Director or Inclusion Specialist.
Experience supervising or training staff, volunteers and groups of participants

Responsibilities

Coordinates inclusion support within camp groups.
Discusses rules, regulations, and accommodations for youth with disabilities with camp/program staff.
Educates, models, and provides support on leading and managing groups and behavior support.
Creates a positive relationship and good communication with the participants, parents, staff, and program coordinators.
Monitors participants to ensure their safety.
Ensures the safety and guidance of participants and staff in inclusive program environments.
Assesses and makes decisions in emergency situations.
Administers first aid and contacts medical assistance when necessary.
Implements and oversee participant inclusion support and accommodations.
Greets participants and parents as they arrive to camps and programs.
Checks in with the families addressing any concerns in a solution-focused and positive manner.
Works closely with the staff to ensure all participants are being included.
Manages daily operations of inclusion for camps & programs with the support of the program supervisor.
Ensures program quality addressing concerns with staff and supporting them through improvement as needed.
Follows all State Licensing and Boulder County Public Health Policies and Procedures.
Utilizes computer programs to ensure access to all camper paperwork as needed.
Gets to know each one to help provide the best support possible and by being fun and playful with the participants
Creates and implements supports such as picture schedules and token economy systems.
Creates and implements behavior plans and group management.
Assists in equipment management and ensures proper use of equipment.