Recreation Supervisor

Recreation Supervisor
Department: Special Recreation Services

Status: Full-time

Who We Are
At Sertoma Star Services, we're on a mission to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness to reach their goals and lead fulfilling lives. With a strategic presence in South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, we proudly serve over 2,000 consumers through a diverse range of vocational, educational, therapeutic, and residential programs.
Sertoma Star Services' roots trace back to the merger of two dynamic social services organizations, New Star and Sertoma Centre combining over 125 years of expertise in providing cutting-edge, person-first services. Our united commitment is straightforward: to transform lives through delivering comprehensive services, choices, and opportunities to those we support in an environment that promotes self-advocacy and personal success.
By joining the Sertoma Star Team you will have a unique opportunity to challenge limits and change lives. Together, we can shape a brighter future for those we serve.

Your Role
The primary responsibility of the Special Recreation Services Recreation Supervisor is to coordinate and effectively implement recreation and leisure programs for participants with disabilities of varying ages and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Treats consumers with dignity and respect, while providing them with the support needed to become as independent as possible.
• Supervise seasonal staff, part-time staff program assistants and intern program with various TR departments.
• Responsible for Camp Registration and accounts
• Supervise seasonal Part-time staff for summer day camp.
• Maintain Leisure education database and contacts in the district schools.
• Recruit participants and partners from current districts for Sertoma Star Services Recreation Services.
• Target and design fundraising events and media coordination with local resources.
• Assist the Special Recreation Services Development Manager in the development of cooperative grant opportunities through community and school partnerships.
• Assess, Plan, Implement and Evaluate programs for individuals with special needs.
• Maintain current First/Aid/CPR/DSP/CTRS/Allen Force certifications.
• Plan and lead trips, special events, Friday night programs and other programs and events as assigned.
• Participate in outside and in-house training programs including involvement in ILRTA, ATRA, ITRS, SSPRA, IPRA, and Special Mandatory PACE vehicle operation, paper work, physicals and training.
• Transport participants and equipment to and from programs. Conduct vehicle inspections before use.
• Assist Program Director with program development and operation of Sertoma Star Services Special Recreation programs, day camp, leisure education and homebound programs.
• Report any and all accidents, incidents or issues immediately to the Director and follow reporting guidelines as outlined in the agency policy manual.
• Perform other duties/tasks as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• Four Year Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Studies.
• Adapted Physical Education or related field or 2 years' experience.
• Preferred C.T.R.S. certification and in good standing or ability to obtain CTRS certification within 18 months of hire.
• Valid Class "D" driver's license (CDL preferred) and documentation of current auto insurance, with good driving record.
• Must have knowledge and experience in therapeutic recreation services for individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to complete Direct Service Provider training requirements during 6-month probationary period.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Employer Paid Insurance: Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Health, Safety, and Culture
Sertoma Star is an equal opportunity employer that embraces the uniqueness of every person. Sertoma understands that in order for you to work effectively and be an advocate of inclusivity, we must foster an environment that is respectful and sensitive to persons of all gender identities and from every cultural, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial background. Our open-door, team-building concept supports both agency goals and employee success.