Salary: $34.88 Hourly
Location : Pomona, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 23-XTSIIIL/1
Department: Community Services
Division: Recreation
Opening Date: 06/21/2023
VACANCY
The professional world of recreation is calling you today! If you have ever wanted to work in a government Community Services department or become an important component of your community, you have come to the right place. Become a member of the Community Services Division as the Inclusion Lead and make sure community members of all abilities have plenty of outlets for healthy, fun, and educational activities. Starting a career in recreation is at your fingertips, so get started today!
Under direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator and lead supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the Inclusion Program Lead has direct oversight of the City’s new Inclusion Program (Inclusive Pomona). The Inclusion Program Lead provides direct oversight of four (4) Inclusion Aides. They will also develop and oversee the implementation of positive and culturally appropriate behavioral support plans and strategies that support the inclusion of youth with intellectual & developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Pomona’s programs & activities. The Inclusion Lead is responsible for ensuring the Inclusion Program meets programmatic, contractual, grant, City goals and deadlines while responding to community needs.
The Community Services Division has one position available, which is classified as at-will, hourly / part-time positions with no benefits provided. Hourly / part-time positions average 20 hours per week and less than 1,000 hours in a twelve (12) month period.
Assignment will be based on the City’s needs as well as candidate skills and work experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY
The City is seeking a candidate who is dedicated to providing the community with quality, innovative programming. Some of the characteristics that make a successful candidate are:
- Enthusiastic and creative. You have a fun attitude and a desire to lead our community’s youth, by positive example.
- Responsible with good judgment and character. You understand the importance of taking ownership of your program.
In addition, you will need any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
Education & Experience
- High school graduate or GED equivalency required.
- Special education background highly desired.
- 2 years of experience in the field of inclusion and/or working with individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities, preferably in after school programs or youth recreational facilities.
- 1 year of paid or volunteer experience working directly with youth.
- Extensive experience with behavior support, modifications, and accommodations for children with disabilities and/or challenging behaviors across settings, especially within an out-of-school environment
- Experience providing inclusive programs to children
- Sophisticated understanding of inclusion, and ability to translate the understanding to a variety of audiences (children, parents, staff)
- Principles, practice, and techniques specific to inclusion activities.
- Best practices in risk management as related to inclusion programs and recreation facilities.
- Recreation theories and their application to individual and group behavior; ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm; to blend with various groups; and to maintain effective relationships with associates, participants, and the public.
- Leadership principles and approaches to varied types of inclusion activities including the ability to organize groups for participation in diversified inclusion programs.
- Experience in curriculum development and effective teaching methods in the inclusion field.
- Experience in working with ethnic and culturally diverse communities.
- Ability to speak Spanish is preferred.
License or Certificates
- Must possess and maintain a valid California Class “C” driver’s license and have a good driving record.
- A credential or certification in special education, child or youth development preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Oversight and implementation of inclusion programs in city programs and facilities as well as supporting activities outlined in the Inclusive Pomona Grant.
- Curriculum development and effective teaching methods in the inclusion field.
- Assess and properly develop and implement inclusion related trainings and activities.
- Support Inclusion Aides and City staff in providing behavior support, modifications, and accommodations for children with disabilities and/or challenging behaviors.
- Ability to train, educate, translate and implement key inclusion principles and practices to variety of audiences (children, parents, staff)
- Apply recreation theories to individual and group behavior; inspire confidence and enthusiasm among various groups; and maintain effective relationships with associates, participants, and the public.
- Organize groups for participation in diversified inclusion programs.
- Act as a liaison between staff, community members, collaborative partners and other city personnel.
- Ensure programmatic, contractual, grant, and City goals and deadlines are met.
- Act as a resource to program in curriculum development, participant recruitment, retention and assessing programmatic needs.
- Conduct and/or attend regular meetings and training sessions that directly affect the development, planning, coordination and implementation of Inclusive Pomona Project.
- Work collaboratively to develop and foster new programs and best practices throughout City of Pomona programs and activities.
- Meet deadlines while maintaining high quality of work.
- Utilize best practices in risk management as related to inclusion programs and recreation facilities; ensure established emergency and safety procedures are followed at all times.
- Oversee and address program specific risk management and safety concerns.
- Accurately document all incidents/accidents and ensure proper communication to all parties as appropriate
- Communicate in a positive and effective manner with all participants, City officials, parents/guardians, community members, co-workers, volunteers and guests.Maintain professional demeanor at all times to ensure the City’s image and mission statement are upheld.
Skill to:
- Operate modern office equipment and Microsoft software particularly Word and Excel.
- Assess and properly develop and implement inclusion related trainings and activities
- Operate a motor vehicle safely.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Ability to work in a standard office environment and outdoors in city parks; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
SELECTION PROCESS
Work Hours
Work hours will be approximately 10-20 hours per week. Some weekends and evening shifts may be required.
Examination Procedure
Screening of qualifications and “most qualified” is based on the information provided on the official City Application. A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the completion of your application. Applications that are not entirely completed may be rejected. The examination process for this position may consist of a qualifications review, a supplemental background questionnaire, skill demonstration, and an oral interview weighing 100% of the applicant’s final score. The Human Resources Department may waive any part of the examination depending upon the number of applicants. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies.
Supplemental Questions
To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. These questions are important to the screening process, and therefore, incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process, so please complete them accurately. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.
City Mission Statement
The City of Pomona is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our diverse community.
Hourly at-will employees do not receive benefits other than Workers’ Compensation Insurance and sick leave benefits as provided by the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014.
FIVE-YEAR VISION STATEMENT: Pomona will be recognized as a vibrant, safe, beautiful community that is a fun and exciting destination and the home of arts and artists, students, and scholars, business and industry.
CORE VALUES: The City of Pomona values Cultural Diversity; Fiscal Responsibility; Focusing on the Future; Excellent Customer Service; Leadership; Quality of Life; and Clear and Open Communication.
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How many years of experience do you have working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities?
- Less than two years of experience
- Two or more years of experience.
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Please describe your experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Please highlight your work in this field done specifically with youth.
Required Question