The City of Rochester invites applications for the position of:  AccessABLE Recreation. Program Specialist 20 hours per week Park and Recreation Department Limited Term Appointment This is a limited-term position anticipated for one year from the date of hire, and is contingent upon the availability of allocated funds, as well as favorable performance by the incumbent.   The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work. We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community. It takes us all working together. Nature of Work The AccessABLE Recreation Program Specialist leads recreational activities enriching the social development and experience of individuals with disabilities. This is a limited term position that supports the daily programming for individuals ages 1- 80 with intellectual and physical abilities. Duties include leading program activities and engaging with participants, including assisting with camp activities, personal care as necessary, and ensuring participants' safety. In addition, the specialist maintains all necessary records and reports.   This particular role will support the A Meaningful Day program serving adults with intellectual and physical disabilities.  Schedule:  * Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 AM -2:30 PM To have your application considered in the first round of reviews, please apply before  September 23, 2024.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.    * Facilitates  AccessABLE Recreation Programs and delivers engaging and safe recreation programs. * Facilitate  recreational programs. * Interact with program participants to promote a safe and enjoyable recreation program.  * Promote positive social skills, independence, and physical activity for participants.  * Engage with participants to exercise, play games, and complete projects.. * Work within a team to provide support to each other and to participants. * Adhere to safety practices involving staff and participants.  * Follow prescribed record keeping procedures, including incidents.   * Maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, other staff, participants' families, and community members via professional and courteous communication, information sharing, providing feedback, and problem solving as needed.  Performs other duties as assigned. * ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Education and Experience High School Diploma and6 months of experience working with individuals with disabilities. Desirable Qualifications * Associate's or bachelor's degree in Recreation, Special Education, Human Services, or a related field.  * Experience with recreation programming.  * Experience working in a similar role or with people from diverse communities.  PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.   In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.    Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:    Continuous demands: sitting, standing, walking, fine dexterity, handling  Frequent demands: lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching  Occasional demands: kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting   Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, and touch   Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:  Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)  Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)