Inclusion Companions

Job Title

Howard County Government

Salary

$17.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Location

Recreation & Parks, 7120 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia, MD

Job Type

Contingent

Job Number

Department

Recreation & Parks

Opening Date

06/11/2021

Hours and location vary.

Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with various types of disabilities; ability to advocate for individuals with disabilities to promote social inclusion within the program; work well with large and small groups; be aware of safety concerns regarding the individual; ability to enforce behavior management strategies when necessary; possess an attitude of enthusiasm and commitment in providing recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Must be 16+ years old or older. If working in a licensed childcare program, must meet O.C.C qualification guidelines.

Special

Qualifications:

Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with various types of disabilities; ability to advocate for individuals with disabilities to promote social inclusion within the program; work well with large and small groups; be aware of safety concerns regarding the individual; ability to enforce behavior management strategies when necessary; possess an attitude of enthusiasm and commitment in providing recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Must be 16+ years old or older. If working in a licensed childcare program, must meet O.C.C qualification guidelines.

Experience:

Level I:
No experience or less than one year experience working with individuals with disabilities; will work with individual with mild disability. Level II:
More than one year experience working with individuals with a disability; experience working with mild to moderate disabilities. Level III:
More than one year experience working with individuals with disabilities with mild to severe disabilities. Course work in recreation, psychology, special education or related field required. Level IV:
Bachelor's degree or higher, or extensive course work in psychology, sociology, recreation, special education or related field. Two years or more working with individuals with mild to severe disabilities; specific expertise in behavior management, sign language or other specialty; will work with more severe disabilities.

Education:

Depends on the specific placement regarding level of disability, specific accommodation needed and level of independence that the individual with the disability possesses. Rate of Pay: CONTINGENT Salary commensurate with experience and on specific skills needed. Range:
Level I: $17.00 to $18.50/hour Contingent/Paraprofessional Level II: $18.50 - $19.50/hour Contingent/Paraprofessional Level III: $19.50 - $20.50/hour Contingent/Paraprofessional Level IV: $20.50 - $24.00/hour Contingent/Paraprofessional