Recreation Coordinator II: Special Needs

Recreation Coordinator II: Special Needs - Hayward Area Recreation & Park District

Hayward Area Recreation & Park District is looking for a Recreation Coordinator II: Special Needs.

Filing Deadline: August 8, 2024

Are you interested in making a significant difference in the lives of individuals in our Special Needs Community? At HARD, we are currently seeking a highly skilled and certified Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator II to take charge of our Adaptive Recreation Program.

As the Recreation Coordinator II, you will have the responsibility of overseeing the Sorensdale Adult Center, which operates as a vendor for the Regional Center of the East Bay. This center caters to the needs of 100 intellectually disabled adults, providing a wide range of classes and activities focused on health and wellness, arts, academics, gardening, community outings, and life skills development. Additionally, you will be responsible for coordinating adaptive recreation classes open to the general public, with a focus on health and wellness, art, and aquatics. You will also play a crucial role in managing HARD's Access for All and Inclusion program, ensuring that individuals with special needs receive the necessary support and accommodations in our general recreation offerings. Moreover, you will be involved in exploring and managing grant opportunities associated with the Special Needs Program.

To excel in this role, we are seeking an individual who embodies patience, compassion, and a genuine passion for working with the Special Needs Community. We are looking for someone who is resourceful, possesses a visionary mindset, and can unleash their creativity to develop and implement an impactful program. Furthermore, we value commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest best practices in Therapeutic Recreation.

If you are ready to make a profound and lasting impact, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Position Definition:

Under general supervision to plan, organize and direct recreational programs or activities in the District; to perform day-to-day operational management, to provide high-quality customer service and to do related work as required.

The PDF below has all the details!

Hayward Area Recreation_Recreation Coordinator II Special Needs.pdf

View the full job announcement and apply online here:

HARD Recreation Coordinator II - Special Needs

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