Agency: Department of Neighborhood and Community Services
Programs: Therapeutic Recreation Programs
Job: ELT-NCS-22009
Salary: Starting at $16.76 – No benefits
Status: Non-merit, not eligible for benefits
Schedule: Nights and Weekends

Are you interested in working to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities? If so, then Therapeutic Recreation Services (TRS) is the place for you! We are frequently in search of individuals who share our passion for providing meaningful, even life changing, support and experiences to individuals with varying intellectual and physical disabilities. These are particularly ideal opportunities for individuals interested in pursuing a career in human services, special education, social work, recreation management and therapeutic recreation.

• Saturday Discovery and Saturday Voyager: Offer participants (ages 6-22) a variety of structured art, fitness and social activities.
• Adult Social Clubs: Enjoy picnics, museum outings and seasonal events while promoting personal success and development of social skills for adults with developmental disabilities.
• Sports & Fitness: Accessible sports/ health opportunities for individuals (16+) with developmental disabilities.
• Dance Club: With a new theme each month, Dance Club gives folks of all abilities the chance to socialize while listening to great music.
• Various other weekday and weekend programs.

Positions Available:

• Therapeutic Recreation Leader: Provides participant supervision. Facilitates daily activities and assists with program planning.
• Therapeutic Recreation Unit Leader: Oversees designated participants and staff within a program space. Plans and facilitates daily therapeutic activities.
• Therapeutic Recreation Director: In charge of day-to-day operations at a TR program location. Oversees all participants and staff. Assists with participant behavioral support.

Salary Range:

•  “Therapeutic Recreation Leader” - Rec Leader IIs (S7) and IIIs (S9) – Starting at $15.90 (FY 2023 living wage)
• “Therapeutic Recreation Unit Leader” - TR Leader I (S13) – Starting at $18.0685        
• “Therapeutic Recreation Director” - TR Leader II (S15) – Starting at $19.8336

Minimum Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate. Must have at least 250 hours of experience in recreation or school setting serving individuals with disabilities (college course work can supplement experience).

Preferred Qualifications:
CPR/First Aid certification.

Special Requirements:
Must be able to successfully complete a criminal history record check. New Hires must have proof of a negative TB test result within the last year/Returning Staff need proof of a negative results within the past 2 years. Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to start date.
*Note: Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and do not earn leave or receive holiday pay.

You MUST bring the following documents to the open hire session for an interview:

• Original, signed Social Security card;
• Photo identification;
• Banking information to set up direct deposit;
• Resume;
• Resident aliens must provide INS Form I-151 and INS Form I-551; and
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status or exemption.

To apply: If interested, please send resume to NCS-TRACERS@fairfaxcounty.gov for consideration.
 

Five Positions Available

Agency: Department of Neighborhood and Community Services
Job #: ELT-NCS-20007
Salary: Starting at $16.67 – No benefits
Schedule: This position is scheduled to work up to 20 hours per week not to exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Hours will be worked in the evenings and on weekends.  There is no guarantee of a minimum number of scheduled hours (daily, weekly, monthly or yearly.)

Description: Monitors community athletic groups’ use of Fairfax County Public School and Fairfax County Park Authority athletic fields and gyms.  Schedules periodic visits to an assigned number of facilities to ensure county regulations are being followed. Conducts safety inspections, coordinates with school and park staff, works with school security and police, checks permits, validates the number of members in user groups, collects reports from user groups, and is responsible for on-call emergencies within an assigned area. Reports to Program Manager on a weekly basis and is responsible for daily data entry. Work schedule is weekday evenings and weekends.  Attendance at occasional training sessions is required.

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school degree. Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.  Must be at least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual in Spanish and English.  Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities. Organized, responsible, and able to self-direct. Beginner-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Basic knowledge of creating a worksheet; performing calculations in a worksheet; modifying and formatting a worksheet; printing workbook contents).

Special Requirements: An appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a check of the Child Protective Services Registry, and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

To Apply:            
Send resume to:
Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services
Athletic Services 
Attn:  Area Monitor Program
12011 Government Center Parkway, Suite 1050
Fairfax, VA  22035

Or e-mail to: AthleticServices@fairfaxcounty.gov  
Closing Date: Open until filled

Agency: Department of Neighborhood and Community Services
Job: ELT-NCS-22000
Salary: Starting at $16.76 – No benefits
Status: Non-merit, not eligible for benefits
Schedule: Staff are employed to work 2-3 times a month on Saturdays or Sundays; program hours will vary. Some daytime, and evening work is available in a substitute capacity.

This announcement will be used to fill the Therapeutic Recreation Social Club positions at various locations throughout the county. The primary goal of the work is to provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities to engage in positive leisure activities and improve social skills through the provision of a variety of recreation activities and leisure education sessions in the community. These positions work as members of the Therapeutic Recreation Services (TRS) team to accomplish specific outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

Social Club Facilitator ($14.46 per hour): The Social Club Facilitator is responsible for assisting in the planning and facilitation of activities and special events in the community according to the needs and interests of the participants and the standards of TRS. Typical duties include: helping to facilitate a positive and safe leisure experience for members in the community; meeting at designated pickup locations; assisting with the set-up and clean-up of programs; supervising and assisting with the implementing modifications and adaptations for participants. Some personal care, such as feeding or changing, may be required. Please note: the salary will not exceed the midpoint of the advertised salary range. This requisition will be used to fill multiple positions.

Social Club Coordinator ($19.06 per hour): The Social Club Coordinator is responsible researching and coordinating two to three social and community outings a month for individuals with varying disabilities. Typical duties include: ensuring staff are prepared for trips; leading planning meetings; developing and implementing detailed activity plans and flyers; promoting participants independent leisure skills; picking up of backpack, keys, and supplies; maintaining current information on all program participants; taking attendance, submitting figures to the Adult Social Club Program Supervisor, and completing duties checklist; completing required paperwork; providing direction and leadership to staff and volunteers; ensuring appropriate supervision of participants; monitoring activity implementation and evaluating activity based on standards and program objectives; and providing feedback to staff concerning activities observed.

Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age and have prior experience in a recreation or school setting for individuals with disabilities. Related course work may partially supplement experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual. CPR and First Aid certification. Experience facilitating recreational and educational programs with individuals with disabilities in facilities or community settings. 

Special Requirements: Must be able to successfully complete a criminal history record check. Negative TB result.

*Note: Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and do not earn leave or receive holiday pay.

To Apply: Submit your resume to Ellie Gately by email: Elaine.Gately@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Resumes can also be mailed to: 
Attn: Ellie Gately 
12011 Government Center Parkway, 10th Floor 
Fairfax, VA 22035
 

Agency: Neighborhood and Community Services
Job#: ELT-NCS-21004
Salary: Starting at $16.76 – No benefits

Neighborhood and Community Services, Fairfax County Government, is looking for staff who are interested in enriching the lives of individuals with special needs by working part-time for our weekend and weeknight/ fall/ winter/ spring programs.

Job Functions

• Saturday Discovery and Saturday Voyager- offer participants (6-22) a variety of structured art, fitness and social activities.
• Adult Social Clubs– enjoy picnics, museum outings and seasonal events while promoting personal success and development of social skills for adults with developmental disabilities.
• Sports & Fitness - accessible sports/ health opportunities for individuals (16+) with developmental disabilities.
• Various other weekday and weekend programs

Positions

Therapeutic Recreation Leader 

• Provides participant supervision.
• Facilitates daily activities and assists with program planning.

Therapeutic Recreation Unit Leader 

• Oversees designated participants and staff within a program space.
• Plans and facilitates daily therapeutic activities.

Therapeutic Recreation Director 

• In charge of day-to-day operations at a TR program location.
• Oversees all participants and staff.
• Assists with participant behavioral support

Salary from $14.46- $19.06/hour, based on position.

Requirements
Must be 18 years of age. Preferred: At least 250 hours of experience in a recreation or school setting serving individuals with disabilities (college course work can supplement experience). Must acquire CPR and First Aid Certification for children and adults that is valid through May 2022. TB test results: New Hires must have proof of a negative result within the last year/Returning Staff need proof of a negative results within the past 2 years.

If you would like to apply, submit your resume to:
ncs-tracers@fairfaxcounty.gov

Therapeutic Recreation Services
12011 Government Center Parkway, 10th floor
Fairfax, VA 22035
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Agency: Reston Community Center
Job#: ELT-RCC-21000
Salary: $15.00 - $18.00/hour
Hours: Part-Time 30 hours/week
Location: Reston Community Center

The Reston Community Center is seeking a Head Lifeguard for the Terry L. Smith Aquatic Center. The Head Lifeguard will be responsible for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies.  This position is classified as E-Status Non-Merit Benefit eligible.
Qualifications: Must have two or more years of Lifeguarding experience.  Employment is contingent upon current certification of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training for the Professional Rescuer, CPR, First Aid and Emergency Oxygen Administration. American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification preferred. National Parks and Recreation Association Aquatic Facility Operator License or comparable preferred.

To Apply: Submit an RCC application (http://www.restoncommunitycenter.com/) or send your resume to Brittany.Kartchner@fairfaxcounty.gov. Questions and inquiries can be directed to Brittany Kartchner, Aquatics Operations Director at the email provided.

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Agency: McLean Community Center
Job#: ELT-MCC-18004
Salary: $15.25-$15.75/hour DOE, partial benefits eligible
Schedule: 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; additional morning, evening and weekend hours will be required.

This advertisement will be used to fill multiple positions including one for immediate hire and several Summer Camp hires.

Job Objectives: Under direct guidance of the Old Firehouse Manager this position is responsible for direct supervision of teens and “tweens” in a recreation setting, off-site field trips and summer programs. Facilitators research, create and implement appropriate recreation and leisure program experiences for the teens of the community while ensuring a safe and fun environment and continually encouraging personal growth within participants.

Essential Functions:

• Act as an integral part of a team providing exceptional customer service to all who enter the Old Firehouse.
• Provide direct supervision to participants to ensure safety, while promoting fun and encouraging positive interaction and relationship development.
• Facilitators act as role models for impressionable youth.
• Safely operate 12 passenger vans while transporting staff and participants.
• Research, develop, and implement appropriate recreation and leisure programs and clubs.
• Prepare recreational facilities for participant use and report any safety deficiencies.
• Represent and convey information regarding the Old Firehouse’s programs and services at community and school events
• Support center operations through purchasing of supplies, maintaining inventory, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 21 years old
• 1 year of experience in a recreation setting coordinating and implementing recreational programs.
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license with no more than 5 demerit points.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
• Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a child protective services background check and a check of the applicants driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently or previously enrolled in an accredited college or university with at least 1 year worth of course work in recreation, leisure, fitness, education or a related field.
• Principles, practices and methods of recreation program development, facilitation, and teambuilding.
• Principles, methods and techniques of supervising teenage participants in recreational activities.
• Recreational activity hazards and standard safety practices.
• Rules, practices, techniques and equipment used in a wide range of recreational and leisure activities.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Working Conditions:

• Office and indoor/outdoor recreational facility environment; travel from site to site; exposure to computer screens, potentially hazardous chemicals, inclement weather conditions; may work in or with water; may work on slippery or uneven surfaces. Schedule may include morning, evening and weekend hours.
• Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; moderate or light lifting and carrying; operating motorized vehicles.

Email resumes to Andrew.Carter@fairfaxcounty.gov.

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