Adaptive Recreation Specialist

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Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) is dedicated to connecting all communities through exceptional people, parks, and programs. Our goal is to make Loudoun the community of choice through outstanding experiences while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We collaborate to deliver programs and community services that provide social, personal, economic, and environmental benefits to last a lifetime. Come be a part of something that matters!

We are recruiting a full-time Adaptive Recreation Specialist to facilitate the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in PRCS programs at the Ashburn Recreation and Community Center. The Adaptive Recreation Specialist will concentrate on creating inclusive opportunities for individuals of all ages, which includes the planning, administration, and assessment of a sensory room designed to accommodate various needs. The role will additionally offer direction and assistance to various programs at the Ashburn Recreation and Community Center.

We are currently hiring for the following location(s):
* Ashburn Recreation & Community Center, Ashburn, VA

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Create, market, and oversee adaptive recreation programming for ARCC's sensory room and adaptive recreation programming through social media, PRCS Activity Guides, and community outreach.
* Develop and implement community awareness and educational outreach programs to promote inclusion.
* Provide expert advice and technical guidance regarding ADA regulations.
* Conduct assessments and evaluations to develop and implement personalized support plans for individuals with disabilities.
* Monitor and uphold inclusion performance standards while ensuring the accuracy of participant files and records.
* Facilitate the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and regular assessment of part-time staff involved in adaptive recreation instruction.
* Additional critical job responsibilities may be carried out that are specific to the role and departmental assignment.

*Work schedule, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and possible holidays as required to support sensory room needs. *

High School Diploma or its equivalent; four (4) years related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Special Education, or a related field is preferred.
* Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
* ADA Coordinator certification.
* Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP).
* Minimum of one (1) year in a supervisory role.

Must undergo criminal background, pre-employment fingerprinting, and Child Protective Services (CPS) background checks. Obtain First Aid (infant through adult) and CPR certification before or immediately after hire-the capability to lift 75 pounds and aid with participant transfers. TB tests must be passed within 30 days of hiring and annually thereafter. Complete the county e-learning training as required.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at

703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.