Instructional Recreation Trainer , Recreation & Wellbeing

Position Summary

An Inclusive Recreation Trainer facilitates the participation of individuals with disabilities in recreation programs, ensuring accessibility and creating a welcoming environment. They work to adapt programs, train staff, and support participants in achieving their potential within the community.

• Program Adaptation:
  Modifying recreation activities, environments, and rules to accommodate diverse needs and abilities.
• Participant Support:
  Providing one-on-one or small group support to individuals with disabilities in recreation programs, assisting with social interactions, sensory needs, and activity participation.
• Communication:
  Maintaining open communication with participants, families, caregivers, and program staff regarding individual needs and progress.
• Documentation:
  Keeping accurate records of participant progress, program adaptations, and training activities.
• Collaboration:
  
  Working with other staff, community organizations, and families to create inclusive and accessible recreation opportunities.

• Working knowledge of program activity practices and procedures.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English language, active listening, critical thinking, multi-tasking, time management skills, and dynamic flexibility in adapting to the needs of the clients.
• Ability to exercise independent sound judgement and employ reasoning skills.
• Client service minded, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking skills.
• Basic skills in computer programs relevant to job duties.
• Knowledge of and/or can quickly learn campus policies and procedures.
• ACSM/NCHPAD Inclusive Fitness Specialist Certificate.

• CTRS/Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists.
• CAPT/Certified Adapted Personal Trainer.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California s Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $19.18 - $60.00.

• This is a 1-year, part-time (2 hours/week), contract appointment.
• This is a non-exempt, biweekly-paid position.

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

• This is not a visa opportunity.

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct;

have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

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