Special Needs Program Aide

Position: Special Needs Program Aide ($17.74/hour - $23.94/hour)
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) is committed to providing accessible and inclusive programming for all that wish to participate, despite limitations or disabilities. A variety of Adaptive classes, programs and special events are available. H.A.R.D. is seeking several Special Needs Program Aides to support these programs throughout the year!

We are seeking reliable, dedicated, and creative individuals to be a part of our team. Patience and caring staff who love gardening, exercising, and bringing out the best in our participants are ideal candidates for this job. Aides may be providing one on one support, guidance to participants and will help ensure a fun, safe and successful experience.

Here are the details about the positions:

Available Positions: 10

Hourly Rate: $17.74/hour - $23.94/hour

Work Schedule:

Up to 18 hours/week on weekdays between the hours of 9am and 4pm. Evenings and weekends may be required based on programming needs.

Part-time, Year-Round, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position

Work Location:

Multiple locations within the District Anticipated

Start Date:

ASAPNot to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 – June 30)
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This posting may close at any time.

POSITION SUMMARY Under general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator II, performs a variety of duties and responsibilities to assists with daily operations of the Special Needs Adult Day Program at Sorensdale Center. The Program Aid will assist in facilitating educational, vocational, and recreational training for persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities to help them achieve their educational goals, while respecting and encouraging Person Centered Thinking.

Due to the varied and individual needs of each participant, Special Needs Program Aids may provide a variety of support and assistance and should be flexible adjusting to participant needs.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for performing Program Aid duties in the Special Needs Program. This class can be distinguished from the class of Special Needs Program Instructor as this class does not have Program Instructor responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Aid in delivery of educational instruction designed by Special Needs Program Instructors to help participants meet educational, academic, life skill, behavioral, physical, social and emotional goals

Ability to lead small groups of special needs participants in classroom or community-based setting

Oversee and ensure safety of participants during program hours

Respect and encourage person centered thinking

Give personal assistance to participants as needed, may include, dress, cleaning, self-care and toileting

Gather and maintain information for Individual Service Plans Monitor activities in facility, aid and ensure compliance with District regulations, maintain facility security, and report any facility issues related to safety

May open, secure facility before and after program use; prepare facility and set up furniture and or equipment for scheduled activities/events

Aid with administrative duties related to photocopying, gathering supplies and set up of program supplies

Aid in retail duties in on site Thrift Store, such as handling and organizing merchandise, selling items, and providing excellent customer service

Aid in gardening duties, such as watering, planting and picking fruits and vegetables for lunch program

Assist special needs participants in classroom settings such as, but not limited to:
Art, Computer Education, Cooking, Gardening, Functional Math, Health and Fitness, Music and Literacy Classes Aid in getting participants on and off daily transportation/ bus services

Assists in the lunch program, overseeing participants during lunch

Assist in the implementation of ongoing programs, classes and special events

Maintains good public relations

Participates in training sessions and regular staff meetings

May provide input regarding program planning

At all times,…