Job Title
Howard County Government
Salary
$17.00 - $24.00 Hourly
Location
Recreation & Parks, 7120 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia, MD
Job Type
Contingent
Job Number
Department
Recreation & Parks
Opening Date
06/11/2021
Position Summary/Class Description
Hours and location vary.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with various types of disabilities; ability to advocate for individuals with disabilities to promote social inclusion within the program; work well with large and small groups; be aware of safety concerns regarding the individual; ability to enforce behavior management strategies when necessary; possess an attitude of enthusiasm and commitment in providing recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Must be 16+ years old or older. If working in a licensed childcare program, must meet O.C.C qualification guidelines.
Minimum Required Education/Experience
Special Qualifications: Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with various types of disabilities; ability to advocate for individuals with disabilities to promote social inclusion within the program; work well with large and small groups; be aware of safety concerns regarding the individual; ability to enforce behavior management strategies when necessary; possess an attitude of enthusiasm and commitment in providing recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Must be 16+ years old or older. If working in a licensed childcare program, must meet O.C.C qualification guidelines. Experience: Level I: No experience or less than one year experience working with individuals with disabilities; will work with individual with mild disability. Level II: More than one year experience working with individuals with a disability; experience working with mild to moderate disabilities. Level III: More than one year experience working with individuals with disabilities with mild to severe disabilities. Course work in recreation, psychology, special education or related field required. Level IV: Bachelor's degree or higher, or extensive course work in psychology, sociology, recreation, special education or related field. Two years or more working with individuals with mild to severe disabilities; specific expertise in behavior management, sign language or other specialty; will work with more severe disabilities. Education: Depends on the specific placement regarding level of disability, specific accommodation needed and level of independence that the individual with the disability possesses. Rate of Pay: CONTINGENT Salary commensurate with experience and on specific skills needed. Range: Level I: $17.00 to $18.50/hour Contingent/Paraprofessional Level II: $18.50 - $19.50/hour Contingent/Paraprofessional Level III: $19.50 - $20.50/hour Contingent/Paraprofessional Level IV: $20.50 - $24.00/hour Contingent/Paraprofessional