Recreation Volunteer

Description IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Program Supervisor HOURS: Varied: mornings, after school, evenings and weekends PAY RATE: Volunteer hours signed by program supervisor JOB PURPOSE: The Recreation Volunteer is responsible for initiating hands-on involvement of persons with disabilities in all WSSRA program activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Commitment to seasonal program(s) as assigned, including all orientation sessions
• Participate fully and encourage active involvement with participants in all program activities
• Assist with daily living skills, which may include toileting, feeding, dressing, transferring and pushing participant in wheelchair
• Supporting WSSRA risk management program by watching for the general safety of all participants
• Working in cooperation with the supervisor in setting up, carrying out and cleaning up program activities
• Maintain confidentiality regarding participants
• Transport self to and from program locations
• Other duties as assigned Requirements QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be 16 years of age.
• Positive attitude towards individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to work independently with direction from supervisor.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Enthusiastic, willingness to learn and participate fully.
• Previous experience working with persons who have disabilities or related experience preferred.