Student Employment Opportunity – Summer 2012
Position: Inclusive Recreation Assistant
Thank you for your interest in this position, however, we have completed recruitment for the Summer 2012 positions. Please return to this site in February 2013 for the Summer 2013 student employment opportunities.
Please note that the following job description is for general information only and is subject to change. Please do not contact our office for information and do not send resumes to us!
Job Description:
Students will assist children and youth with a disability to participate in integrated summer camps and community activities. Students can expect to work closely with Extend-A-Family staff. Students will support different individuals over the summer which can range from working with five to nine families over the entire summer, in a variety of integrated activities and settings. Orientation and training will be provided. Students must have or be able to obtain a Police Reference Check for working with children and vulnerable persons, as well as First Aid and CPR certifications before they start employment.
• Families and coordinators work in conjunction with the summer student to develop an individualized plan prior to their work with each young person. The plan includes goals, expectations and specific activities.
• For camp placements, students will be responsible for facilitating each child’s participation, which may involve working with camp staff to adapt or develop alternate camp activities, as children’s interests and needs require.
• For community placements, students will support youth to participate in community activities and look for volunteer or job positions.
At all times, students must be aware of and act upon opportunities to facilitate meaningful relationships between the person with a disability and others they meet. They must adhere to the Extend-A-Family Code of Ethics, policies and values, and use good judgement when considering the safety, emotional and physical needs of the individuals they support. Students may be asked to perform other duties as necessary.
Students will be expected to communicate with families and Extend-A-Family staff on a regular basis. They are to complete and submit weekly reports describing their work with each individual, including concerns or serious occurrences. Extend-A-Family adheres to principles and practices which facilitate the building of meaningful relationships in individual’s lives. Students are responsible for encouraging and supporting the core components of inclusion for an individual in both community and camp settings.
