Position Title: Inclusion Specialist 

Location: Multiple locations in Fairfax County, Virginia

Hours: Summer; Monday-Friday; Hours vary between 8am-4:30pm

Salary: Range $19.00-$26.00/hour (based on education and experience)

Position Type: Summer – 40 hours per week.

Job Description: Inclusion specialist provides support to customers with disabilities who are enrolled in general recreation classes or camps through the FCPA. Inclusion Specialists support on-site instructors and staff, while encouraging the customer’s participation and skills towards independence.  They will work with customers and staff to provide positive behavior strategies and interventions, develop and implement accommodations, and communicate effectively with parents.  Must have an active driver’s license and personal transportation to get to and from designated work locations every day.  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• At least 6 months experience working with youth with disabilities. 
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have an active driver’s license and personal transportation to get to and from designated work locations every day.  
• Agree to a Criminal Background Check (fingerprint).
• Have or be willing to obtain CPR and first aid certification.
• Have NEVER been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor related to abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other barrier crimes as listed on the Sworn Disclosure Statement of the Criminal Record Check.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• At least 1 year experience working with youth with disabilities.
• Experience writing, evaluating, and implementing accommodation plans for customers with disabilities. 
• Education in one of the following related fields: Parks and Recreation, Recreation Therapy, Special Education, Sociology, Psychology, Adapted Recreation.

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.  

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.  

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.  

Position Title: Access & Inclusion Intern 

Location: Multiple locations in Fairfax County, Virginia. 

Hours: Hours will vary depending on programs to include nights and weekends

Salary: $17.00/hour
   
Job Description:  Access and Inclusion intern will provide support to customers with disabilities who are enrolled in general recreation Rec Pac Camp Program.  They will serve as the Inclusion Support Staff working closely with on-site director and counselors, while encouraging the customer’s participation and skills towards independence.  They will work with customers and staff to provide positive behavior strategies and interventions, develop and implement accommodations, and communicate effectively with parents.  Must have an active driver’s license and personal transportation to get to and from designated work locations every day.  In addition to the Rec Pac Camp Program, the intern will also support customers with disabilities participating in traditional programs, camps, and classes at various times and locations.  They will participate in agency meetings, special events, projects, and administrative responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• At least 6 months experience working with youth with disabilities. 
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have an active driver’s license and personal transportation to get to and from designated work locations every day.  
• Agree to a Criminal Background Check (fingerprint).
• Have or willing to obtain CPR and first aid certification.
• Have NEVER been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor related to abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other barrier crimes as listed on the Sworn Disclosure Statement of the Criminal Record Check.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• At least 1-year experience working with youth with disabilities.
• Experience writing, evaluating, and implementing accommodation plans for customers with disabilities. 
• Education in one of the following related fields: Parks and Recreation, Recreation Therapy, Special Education, Sociology, Psychology, Adapted Recreation.

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.  

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.  

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.  

Position Title: Adapted Aquatics Coordinator
Hours: 30/week Wednesdays-Sundays including day and evening hours, benefits eligible
Pay Range:  $13.85-$23.09/hour (Based on qualifications and experience)
Locations: Herrity Building and 9 recreation centers 

Overview: This position will manage the operations of our Adapted Aquatic Program within the Access & Inclusion Branch of Park Services. This is our largest program serving over 1,000 customers with varying ability levels and ages. These classes take place at 8 of our recreation centers in Fairfax County.  The responsibilities include the following: onsite supervision of instructors and volunteers, including facilitation of trainings and meetings; program enhancement, process improvements, and quality assurance; teaching classes in the absence of the instructor; and managing waitlists and effectively communicating with parents and Park Authority site staff.  This position will also work closely with the Aquatics Team, including recreation center aquatics directors for planning classes and identifying expansion of adapted classes.  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum 1 year of work experience serving customers with disabilities
• Minimum 1 year of prior swim instructor experience, lifeguard experience, or extensive swimming background
• 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 
• 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.