Program HISRA
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Education / Teaching
After School, Child Development/Support -
Child Care/Nanny
After School, Child Development/Support
Program Staff HISRA
HISRA - PEORIA, IL 61615
Salary Range $15.00 - $18.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time
OverviewThe Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association (HISRA) is a cooperative effort of the Peoria, Morton, Chillicothe, and Washington Park Districts. Its mission is to provide quality recreation programs and services to individuals with disabilities and special needs. HISRA has several openings that center around hands-on experiences working with these individuals.
HISRA offers a variety of programming during the evening and on weekends. HISRA also offers a recreation program for adults during the day, Special Olympics, and bowling programs.
Staff positions are as follows:
- Program Leader/Driver:
- Accommodation planning responsibility
- Responsible for the development and implementation of planned outings, the personal care, supervision, and behavior management of participants.
- Responsible for the supervision of Program Aides and Volunteers.
- Program Aide:
- Responsible for assisting the Program Leader in the implementation and supervision of the planned outings, the personal care, supervision, and behavior management of participants.
All staff will be required to attend a mandatory staff orientation and training.
Essential Functions:
Bend, stoop, and sit for a period of time. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Experience:
Previous experience working with children and young adults with disabilities, demonstrating a genuine understanding and appreciation for their unique needs.
Perks:
- Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.
The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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