Recreation – Inclusive Recreation; Ages 18 Continuous

The Position

Are you looking for a part‑time job that is flexible and meaningful? Portland Parks & Recreation is hiring for Inclusion Services!

This application is not for summer programming jobs. Summer job applications will become available in March.

• Inclusion Assistant:
  Inclusion Services (18+)

• Training pay is $19.04 for all Parks Activities Specialist jobs.
• Inclusion Assistant base pay is $19.04 – $22.21 (entry is $19.04).
• Inclusion Assistant premium pay is $21.04 – $25.21 (entry is $21.04 or $22.04 based on experience).
• Premium will be applied to all hours worked as an inclusion assistant working directly with participants.
• The premium pay range listed includes the premium.

These positions are not represented by a Union.

Inclusion services serve people who are disabled that may request an accommodation to participate in activities across Portland Parks locations. This can include hidden (ADHD, autism, anxiety/depression, etc.) or visible (uses wheelchair, walkers, crutches, etc.) disabilities.

• Pre‑School: 6 hours a day Monday‑Friday (with 3–5 year‑olds)
• Sun Schools/After school Programs: 2.5–3.5 hours in the afternoons between 3‑6pm Monday‑Friday (with youth)
• Classes: could meet once a week for 5 weeks, etc. (with all ages)
• Events/Trips: single day activities; often with adults
• Day Camps:
  Winter Break or Spring Break is 8 hours a day;
  Summer Camps are typically 6‑8 hours a day Monday‑Friday (with youth).

As part of Inclusion Services, the Inclusion Assistant will directly support one or two individuals to provide assistance to participants of all ages with physical, developmental, and/or emotional disabilities as they integrate into general recreation programs. Duties include adapting activities, maintaining a safe environment, and promoting a participant’s success in programs. Inclusion assistants must have clear communication with families/caregivers, Community Center staff, and the Inclusion Services coordinator.

Recreation programs include various locations across Portland. Candidates may need to be able to travel and work at various locations throughout Portland Parks and Recreation.

• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Ability to push and maneuver a participant in a wheelchair safely.
• Ability to walk or hike outdoors, including on uneven or sloped surfaces.
• Ability to move quickly in response to a child’s actions.

Accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.

Inclusion Assistants must be at least 18 years old.

Inclusion Assistant training pay is $19.04 for all positions.

This job is open for a long time. There are no set interviews or hiring dates. Applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

Casual, Part‑time. This job posting is for several positions, which are classified by the City of Portland as Parks Activities Specialists.

This job has flexible hours and might include working during the day, evenings, weekends, or holidays. The number of hours you work each week can change based on program needs, and there is no guarantee of work hours each week.

These jobs are at different areas around Portland. When you apply you can choose as many areas as you want to work at.

This job has limited benefits. Click the Benefits tab for more information.

If you speak another language besides English and use it to help the community, you may get extra pay. To learn more, .

Portland Parks & Recreation is dedicated to making sure everyone can enjoy our parks and services, no matter their background. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage people who speak other languages to apply.

Loan Tran Polanco, Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
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