Inclusion Assistants Job at Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District, Beaverton, OR

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  • Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District
  • Beaverton, OR

Job Description

Salary: $18.60 - $20.95 Hourly

Location : Elsie Stuhr Center - Beaverton, OR

Job Type: Part-time

Job Number: 23-00091

Department: ELSIE STUHR CTR

Opening Date: 09/22/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

Inclusion Assistants
Tualatin Hills Parks & Recreation (THPRD) is actively seeking Inclusion Assistants to join our dynamic team! At THPRD, our Inclusion program is all about empowering individuals of all abilities by promoting the power of choice to enhance their quality of life. Inclusion Assistants play a pivotal role in our programs by providing invaluable support to individuals with physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities of all ages who participate in THPRD district programs.

Role Overview
As an Inclusion Assistant, your responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks, including:

  • Adapting activities to meet participant needs
  • Following inclusion or success plans
  • Ensuring a safe environment
  • Facilitating participants' success in our programs
  • Assisting with additional support tasks as needed
Our camps, classes, and programs are hosted weekly at various THPRD park sites across the district, so be prepared to work outdoors, on various surfaces, and in varying environmental conditions each week. For more detailed information about job duties and qualifications please refer to the full job description


Typical Hours
Potential shift options:

  • Morning: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Mid-day: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
  • After school: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Evening programs starting at 5 p.m. or 6 p.m.
Part-time employees are scheduled variable flexible hours and may work less than 1,560 hours per year.

Experience
We welcome applicants with any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Specific preferences include:

  • Experience providing Inclusion support in a recreational environment
  • Direct experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Familiarity with working with individuals displaying challenging behaviors
  • Experience with specific areas of recreation is desirable for site-specific placements (e.g., sports, nature programming, general summer camps, etc.)
Other Job Requirements

  • A valid Driver's license and acceptable driving record
  • Current First Aid & CPR certification, (required)
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
Please be sure to fully answer the application's supplemental questions to ensure our hiring managers can appropriately evaluate your qualifications. To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates an applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions rather than requiring cover letters and resumes. Appointments on the salary range are made based upon a pay equity analysis of bona fide factors per Oregon's Equal Pay Act.


THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at


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What We Offer You
Enjoy comprehensive benefits as a part-time employee, including access to a confidential Employee Assistant Program, complimentary drop-in visits to THPRD recreation facilities, discounts on various class offerings and more! THPRD is committed to providing flexible part-time employment options tailored to your individual needs. To discover more about the available classifications, and detailed benefits, please visit , or explore the information and links provided below:

Benefits Guide
  • Part-Time Benefits (PTB) Eligible

Available to all classifications:

Great Place to Work
  • THPRD is a certified as of June 2024!
  • THPRD offers opportunities to participate in Employee Resource Groups, including employee-led affinity groups, a Transformation & Allyship Group, or the district's Welcoming & Inclusive Committee. These groups each support equity and justice-based work within the district. Participation is included as regular paid time for part-time or full-time employees. To learn more, visit THPRD's webpage.
  • Bilingual employees who utilize their language skills in the workplace up to 10% of the time, can earn an additional 3% pay incentive
  • Employee appreciation events, employee recognition programs and more!
Health & Wellness
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which includes, legal consultations and mediation, wellness and gym discounts, up to six (6) free counseling sessions, per counseling issue, life and career coaching, home ownership and housing support program and much more! All members of the employee's household are covered and may use EAP services.
  • An Employee Wellness Program (EWP), allowing free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for you and your household
  • Employees and their household can register for camps and classes during in-district registration and receive a 20% discount
Leave
  • Paid Time Off - Paid leave type for part-time variable and part-time benefits (PTB) eligible employees. Paid Time Off (PTO), will accrue at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked. This is in addition to Sick leave and may be scheduled by employees for any reason! (available to PT and PTB only)
  • The ability to earn and utilize up to forty (40) hours of paid sick leave per year
  • Family Medical Leave eligibility for qualified family and medical related reasons
  • Paid compassionate leave is available to all part-time employees to grieve the loss of an immediate family member, to make arrangements (if necessary), and to attend memorial services. Employees are eligible for paid compassionate leave for up to the hours scheduled in their average work week.
Retirement
  • Available savings for retirement through a 457(b)-deferred compensation plan by contributing pre-tax dollars from your paycheck
Local Government
  • An opportunity to make a difference within your community through public service
  • A variety of opportunities within local government that support your professional development and evolving interests! Opportunities to apply for internal positions, explore a variety of park and recreation careers, and gain meaningful experience.
  • THPRD is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. For eligibility requirements and information, please visit the website
Community Partnerships
  • Seasonal discounts to community partners such as Nike, Adidas, and Columbia Sportswear

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Please provide a brief summary of your experience supporting people experiencing disabilities.

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What times are you available to work? Select all that apply.
  • Morning (9am-12pm)
  • Mid-day (1pm-4pm)
  • After-school (3pm-6pm)
  • Night programs (starting at 5pm or 6pm, variable days)

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Please provide your general work availability. Include dates and times you may not be available.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Summer work, Seasonal work, Local area, Immediate start, Outdoor, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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