Inclusion Aide

Inclusion Aide

Concord Recreation seeks experienced, patient, and knowledgeable individuals to serve as inclusion aides for campers with physical, developmental, and emotional disabilities at Camp Three Rivers. Aides will assist campers in bridging the social gaps between children with and without disabilities, actively facilitating friendships and assuring successful participation in all camp activities. Additionally, aides will work with the Inclusion Program Director, general summer staff, and parents to create child‑specific success plans.

Aides will work with different campers on a daily basis depending on the activities and the level of assistance required. This position will be supported by the Inclusion Program Director, Assistant Recreation Director and Camp Director and will be working collaboratively with an additional Inclusion Aide.

Pay range: $18.00 - $30.00/hour; starting pay based on qualifications. This is an hourly, part‑time position*, consisting of up to 37.5 hours per week.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM

Program Date:
June 16 – August 15, 2025

Training Dates:
June 5 & 6, 2025 @ 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
June 7, 2025 @ 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
June 18, 2025 @ 4:15 PM–5:15 PM
July 2, 2025 @ 4:15 PM–5:15 PM

Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one or more interviews and/or other assessments. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application.

Appointment of the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre-placement conditions, including CORI and SORI checks. Costs of these pre-placement requirements will be borne by the Town.

The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

* Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Department:
Human Services – Recreation

Salary Grade: MISC – 2

Reports to:

Camp Director, Assistant Recreation Director, Inclusion Program Coordinator

FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt

Appointed by:
Town Manager

Date:
December 2024

Inclusion aides assist campers with physical, developmental, and emotional disabilities at summer camp to assure successful participation in all camp activities. Additionally, aides work with the Recreation Therapist, general summer staff, and parents to create child‑specific success plans. Aides work with different campers on a daily basis depending on the activities and the level of assistance required.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Work with campers grades K‑6 with disabilities, in an outdoor day camp setting.
• Serve as a member of the inclusion team that proactively ensures all camp activities are accessible.
• Provide daily support to one or multiple campers with disabilities, including activities of daily living such as eating, changing clothing, using the bathroom, etc.
• Actively participate in camp activities including swimming, sports, art, field trips and more.
• Problem‑solve behaviors, social struggles, and other individualized needs with support of Camp Director and Inclusion Director.
• Utilize visual schedules, communication boards, positive behavior plans and other child‑specific plans throughout the day.
• Consistently communicate with counselors, instructors, and parents regarding camper’s daily experiences.
• Enforce rules, regulations, and policies to ensure the safety of all children.
• Build relationships with campers to foster friendly, supportive and nurturing group dynamics.
• Act as a social role model for all children and staff at camp.
• Exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity.
• Other tasks as requested by supervisor.

• High school diploma or…