Rec Aide (1156)

## Description

**Position Overview**

The **Family Support Children’s Program Recreation Aide** is responsible for caring for children during Charles River Center’s Kid’s Break, social groups, and School Vacation programs, along with other current and future Family Support programs. This position requires participation in community-based experiences with individuals served by the Charles River Center.

Duties include

• Providing **direct care and behavior management**
• Implementing **program-based behavioral interventions**
• Supporting the **development of social, communication, personal, and physical skills**
• Assisting with **activities of daily living** as needed

• This role **may require lifting or assisting physically disabled children** weighing between **40 to 100** **pounds** as necessary.
• **PRIMARY DUTIES**

• **Provide direct care and supervision** for children with and without special needs (ages 8+) during integrated programs.
• Assist **with toileting, diaper changes, clothing changes, personal hygiene, and feeding meals** (e.g., lunch and snacks).
• Act as a **positive role model** by demonstrating appropriate dress, language, and character.
• Work with individuals on **behavior management, personal development, social skills, communication, and physical development**.
• Facilitate **community integration** by accompanying participants on outings and engaging in activities.
• **Report issues** to the Coordinator, Assistant Director, or Director of Family Support and complete Incident Reports as needed.
• Collaborate as a **team player** with Coordinators and fellow Recreation Aides.
• **Support volunteers,** making them feel **welcome, useful, and appreciated**.
• Organize **engaging activities** such **as games, sports, arts & crafts, swimming, exercise, music, and more.**
• Foster **consistent and supportive relationships** with children so they feel secure and welcome.
• Create **inclusive experiences** that involve both children with and without special needs.
• Establish **trusting relationships** with families so they feel **supported and confident** in the program.
• **Communicate with families** regarding their expectations and specific needs for their children.
• Follow **family instructions** on diet, medications, interventions, and permitted activities.
• Maintain cleanliness by **tidying up activity spaces** and treating family possessions with respect.
• **Attend team meetings** as scheduled.
• Perform **other duties as assigned.**

## Qualifications

• **High school diploma** or currently attending high school.
• Experience working with **special needs populations** preferred but not required.
• **Interest in working with children or adults with special needs** is essential.
• **CPR and First Aid certification** (or willingness to obtain).

**OTHER QUALIFICATIONS**

• Demonstrates an **appreciation for the personal worth and dignity** of individuals with disabilities.
• Willingness to attend **job-related training** at the Charles River Center in Needham.
• **Basic computer skills** preferred.