Inclusion Coordinator (Park/Rec Specialist II)

Job Announcement

This position is located at the Sully Community Center in Fairfax County.

Coordinates inclusive, outcome-based recreation programming for youth, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors with varying disabilities living in Fairfax County. Programming focuses on educational and lifelong learning programs, technology programs, community service projects, volunteer programs, community trips, health and wellness programs, cultural programs, and special events. Work includes managing, developing, implementing, and facilitating multiple integrated programs and services for individuals with and without disabilities. Increase and enhance inclusive recreation strategies to ensure that inclusive recreation is embraced as a value in all NCS programs. Ensures the programs meet the intended outcomes. Keeps up with community trends and gaps in service. Implements high quality therapeutic recreation activities; ensures the safety and success of the participants. 

Has general oversight of the center's inclusive programs and services to include: 

• marketing, scheduling and management of the sensory room ensuring equitable use; 
• staffing and monitoring the sensory room for safety, proper use of equipment, and adequate supervision; 
• program quality assurance; consultation on inclusion concerns and safety issues during programming; 
• addressing specific training needs of staff and volunteers; 
• making recommendations for programmatic enhancements; 
• assisting with development of individual recreation and/or accommodations plans; and 
• ensuring environment is set up to best meet participant needs. 

Completes administrative tasks including: monthly statistical reports, scheduling programs, activities, and sessions in the sensory room, participant in-take and screenings, and evaluations. Participates in the development and implementation of community outreach plans to target underserved populations and to increase overall program participation. This position works under the service area manager of the community center.

Schedule: Community centers are open six days a week and operate day, night, and weekend hours. Staff typically rotate day, night, and weekend schedules with members of their regional team. 

Illustrative Duties

General Duties 
Conducts program and service delivery evaluations using a variety of tools;
Identifies deficiencies and recommends alternative strategies as needed and incorporates viable suggestions into programming;
Develops and maintains community and corporate partnerships;
Writes grant proposals to obtain needed services, funds, equipment, or facilities;
Develops and implements community outreach plans to target underserved populations;
Develops, prepares, and submits an annual budget;
Monitors revenues and expenses and reconciles revenue/expense reports;
Adheres to revenue and expense limits and to departmental goals and objectives;
Evaluates data from daily operations and compiles administrative reports documenting attendance and service delivery for use in developing future programming;
Completes regular inspections and safety assessments, maintains a hazard and drug-free environment, documents issues to identify risk areas, and recommends improvements;
Ensures that agency programs, facilities, and personnel meet all standards for certifications and licenses related to the area of assignments;
Analyzes and ensures accountability of center inventory;
Authorizes the purchase of supplies and equipment;
Conducts inspections to ensure that the housekeeping, cleanliness, and maintenance of the facility are acceptable and meet quality standards;
Develops and implements guidelines for the security and protection of a site against fire, vandalism, and other damage;
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and county safety and health standards and operational procedures;
Acquires and posts all current certificates, licenses, permits, and operating requirements;
Compiles and retains operational and safety records and complies with federal, state and county safety standards;
Enforces operating policies and procedures, evaluates their effectiveness and recommends changes;
Coordinates efforts to optimize revenue production and/or customer satisfaction;
Promotes diverse center participation of persons from various cultural, educational, and economic backgrounds;
Makes arrangements for the use/maintenance of agency vehicles, facilities, and equipment;
Recruits, trains, supervises, and schedules volunteers and subordinate staff to assist in various aspects of programming including mentoring, instruction, and program aides;
Develops and disseminates material to publicize and market activities at the assigned location.

Operations 
Supervises the noon meal service, including logistics, special meal requests, nutritional requirements, proper storage of food, and collection of fees.

Programming 
Schedules, plans, organizes, supervises, and evaluates a diverse selection of leisure activities such as after-school programs, character education activities, family activities, community outings, hobby enrichment classes, leisure counseling and education, aquatics, camps, fitness, and therapeutic activity interventions;
Develops activity plans and process instructions for a variety of selected activities with input from staff, community members, and volunteers;
Develops, implements and evaluates workout programs and exercise routines for all age groups;
Plans and evaluates unique programs for fitness camps, seniors, persons with physical disabilities, and special events with assistance from personal trainers as needed;
Coordinates with health, social services, legal, financial, housing professionals and other local organizations to arrange and conduct special programs.

Management
Prepares pool rental bid packages and contracts;
Administers long-term rentals, prepares the annual calendar of events, and collects fees;
Evaluates aquatics curriculum and instructor training programs;
Manages individual client cases, updates the Virginia Uniform Assessment Instrument, conducts comprehensive therapeutic and functional assessments of all individuals with disabilities, and documents progress and care plans;
Works with other human service agencies to provide appropriate intervention strategies. 

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation center, aquatics, or rental property operations management, as appropriate to the position;
Knowledge of fiscal record keeping and inventory procedures;
Knowledge of group work methods and activity facilitation;
Knowledge of aquatics, grounds maintenance, horticulture, agriculture, cultural, or historic resources, or other specialized area as appropriate for the duties of the position;
Ability to motivate and supervise staff and volunteers;
Ability to prepare clear, concise financial and administrative reports;
Ability to administer budgets;
Ability to plan, develop and administer recreation programs or community activities;
Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment;
Ability to develop and implement sound management practices;
Ability to conduct training programs;
Ability to maintain effective relationships with staff, citizen groups, and the public;
Ability to work independently using sound judgment in the execution of the position's duties;
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

If assigned to teen or senior center position:
Knowledge of the various theories of human development;
Knowledge of aging- or youth-related risk factors and early identification criteria;
Knowledge of OSHA/Universal precaution standards.

If assigned to therapeutic recreation positions:
Knowledge of the various theories of human development;
Knowledge of the principles and practices of therapeutic recreation and disability issues;
Knowledge of the specific limitations associated with the disabilities common to clients;
Knowledge of OSHA/Universal precaution standards;
Ability to plan, develop, and administer recreation programs or community activities to meet the special needs of at-risk populations and communities. 

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”)
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation and park management, therapeutic recreation, or other closely related field; plus two years of progressively responsible experience in park or recreation services related work, as applicable to the position. 

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Valid driver's license
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certifications (required within 90 days of appointment)
• Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification (Required within 1 year of appointment)
• MAT/Medical Authorization Training (Required within 1 year of appointment)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, child protective services registry check, and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
• Community-based recreation experience.
• Experience working with therapeutic recreation programs for individuals with disabilities in an inclusive recreation environment.
• Experience with and knowledge of a wide range of diagnostic groups as well as age-appropriate programs and services for individuals with disabilities of all ages.
• Supervisory experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position is active in nature. Must be able to monitor and observe the activities of program participants. Regularly moves about or positions self to supervise and interact with participants at their level. Occasionally lifts, transports, positions, push/pulls or moves up to 50 pounds. Must be sufficiently mobile and possess a range of motion to perform repetitive standing, walking, balancing, stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, sitting on the floor, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting. Ability to react quickly to the physical actions of program participant. Administrative and supervisory activities will require ability to operate keyboard-driven equipment. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Sufficiently mobile to attend meetings at various locations and make presentations to county staff and community. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government 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.  
 
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. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.