Cary's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department is seeking an energetic and caring person to join the Specialized Recreation & Inclusion Services team as a Program Assistant II. If you have experience working with persons with disabilities and a desire to create fun, inclusive spaces, then this is the job for you!
Cary is committed to an inclusive approach to recreation and encourages individuals with and without disabilities to participate together, and the Program Assistant II will play an integral role in fulfilling that mission. In this position, you will assist and lead specialized recreation programs and events and will work to create an inclusive community for individuals of all ages and abilities to engage in fun recreational settings. This position will assist in program planning. Candidates should be patient, flexible, and possess a can-do attitude.
This position requires a flexible schedule specifically to cover a variety of shifts. Daytime availability (between the hours of 9AM - 5PM) and some evenings and weekends as needed is preferred.
This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year.
Education and Experience
Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate degree with major course work in Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy, Education (General, Special, or Physical) or a related field.
Requires some prior experience working in programs/environments serving persons with disabilities.
Requires CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months with provided training)
Physical Requirements
Work in this class requires an employee to be able to hear and talk in order to communicate with the public. An employee must be able to walk unassisted and move about freely. Requires the ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 25 lbs.) such as chairs, 6-foot tables, rolling bleachers, and event supplies. Visual acuity is needed in order to read typewritten and handwritten materials and to view a computer terminal.
Conditions of Employment
Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal history check, SBI fingerprinting, motor vehiclerecords check, education verification and credit history review) and satisfactory reference checks prior to employment.
Requires possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
