Adaptive Recreation Director

 

Code: 122A BU: 02 (Salary Info) Grade: 036 Effective Date: 9/26/1981

Description of Work
General Duty Statement

Performs responsible work involving the planning, organizing and implementing of an adaptive recreation and athletic program; and performs related duties as required.

Supervision Received

Works under the technical supervision of a unit supervisor.

Supervision Exercised

May guide or orient lower-level support, technical, or professional staff.

Typical Duties Performed

The listed examples may not include all the duties performed by all positions in this class.

• Plans, organizes and directs a diversified program of recreational and athletic activities for the physically and/or mentally handicapped.
• Recruits, instructs and directs community volunteers to assist with programs and activities.
• Organizes and directs special activities, such as the Special Olympics and adaptive sports programs for the handicapped.
• Maintains order and discipline and enforces facility rules and regulations.
• Administers emergency first aid treatment to participants until medical assistance is available.
• Attends classes and meetings to explain programs and projects and to recruit volunteers.
• Orders recreational and athletic equipment and supplies necessary for the adaptive recreation program.
• Prepares necessary reports of activities and time-related reports.
• Makes arrangements for the use of facilities.
• Prepares and edits the bi-monthly newsletters.

Competencies

• Knowledge of the capabilities and potentials of people with specific disabilities.
• Knowledge of community agencies, facilities, programs and advocacy groups dealing with the needs of handicapped people.
• Ability to plan and organize activities.
• Physical ability to deal with needs of handicapped persons.
• Ability to deal with a wide range of emotions and behaviors.
• Knowledge of techniques used in working with mentally retarded and/or physically handicapped persons.
• Skill in teaching and directing recreational and athletic activities for physically and/or mentally handicapped persons.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and shifts.

Requirements

College graduation in adaptive recreation or recreation therapy; or two years' experience as an Adaptive Recreation Assistant or equivalent. Must possess a Minnesota driver's license at the time of appointment.