Who We Are:
At Sertoma Star Services, we're on a mission to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness to reach their goals and lead fulfilling lives. With a strategic presence in South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, we proudly serve over 2,000 consumers through a diverse range of vocational, educational, therapeutic, and residential programs.
Sertoma Star Services’ roots trace back to the merger of two dynamic social services organizations, New Star and Sertoma Centre combining over 125 years of expertise in providing cutting-edge, person-first services. Our united commitment is straightforward: to transform lives through delivering comprehensive services, choices, and opportunities to those we support in an environment that promotes self-advocacy and personal success.
By joining the Sertoma Team you will have a unique opportunity to challenge limits and change lives. Together, we can shape a brighter future.
Your Role:
As the Special Recreation Assistant, you will provide special recreation services to adults with developmental disabilities in a park district setting.
The primary responsibility of the Special Recreation Services Assistant is to assist the Recreation Supervisor in conducting recreation activities. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to: