Inclusion Coordinator
This position will supervise the operations of the leisure coach requests within the Access & Inclusion Branch of Park Services. Customers with varying ability levels and ages can request a leisure coach to support him/her in participating in FCPA programs as independently as possible. These programs can take place in our recreation centers, lakefronts, nature centers, parks, or golf courses in Fairfax County. The responsibilities include the following: onsite supervision of leisure coaches, including facilitation of trainings and meetings; program enhancement, process improvements, positive behavior strategies, and quality assurance; filling in the absence of the leisure coach; and managing incoming requests and effectively communicating with parents and Park Authority site staff.
Hours: 30/week including day, evening, and weekend hours, benefits eligible
Pay Range: $12 to $19 per hour (Based on qualifications and experience)
Locations: vary across Fairfax County
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Minimum 2 year of work experience serving customers with disabilities
- Working towards an undergraduate degree in a related field (recreation, sped, education, APA/APE, TR)
- Experience facilitating trainings and meetings
Preferred Qualifications:
- Possess a swim instructor or lifeguard certification through an accredited agency
- CPR and first aid certified
- Supervisory Experience
- Extensive customer service experience
- Undergraduate degree in a related field (recreation, sped, education, APA/APE, TR)
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to deal effectively with citizen inquiries and questions
- Driver’s license recommended
Note: This position is scheduled to work a minimum of 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year. This position is eligible to receive limited benefits, including Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage, Flexible Spending Program, and Deferred Compensation.
To Apply: Send resume to FCPAJOBS@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Necessary Special Requirements:
- The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer. The position is also responsible for attending staff meetings and completing County trainings periodically.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
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