Volunteer, STAR Program Year-Round
South Suburban Parks and Recreation
Littleton, COVolunteerPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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South Suburban Parks and Recreation is hiring a Volunteer, STAR Program Year-Round. The STAR Program Year-Round volunteer assists participants with disabilities in various ongoing programs, including Arts, Sports, Trips, Dances, and Special Events. This role is open to high school and college students, individuals seeking career credentials, or retirees looking for a gainful activity. Volunteers will have varying hours, including day, evening, and weekend shifts.
Key focus areas include Assist participants with disabilities in various ongoing programs and Work day, evening, and weekend hours as required.
Preferred (not required): Knowledge In Field, Work With People With Disabilities, General Understanding Of Various Disabilities, and General Knowledge Of Recreation Programs.
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Volunteer, STAR Program Year-Round
We want you to join our STAR Program to help people with disabilities realize their potential. Whether you are a high school or college student, a person seeking to boost their career credentials, or a retiree looking for a gainful activity, we have opportunities for you. STAR Program Year-Round volunteers assist participants with disabilities in a variety of on-going programs including Arts, Sports, Trips, Dances and Special Events. The hours for volunteers will vary and will required day, evening, and weekend hours.
Our Ideal Candidate* Fifteen (15) years of age or older is preferred.* Education and knowledge in field is preferred.* Previous employment or volunteer work is preferred.* CPR, First Aid and AED certifications are desired.* Knowledge and desire to work with a variety of people with disabilities is a plus.* General understanding of various disabilities.* General knowledge of recreation programs.* Has general knowledge of program organization and implementation.* Ability to demonstrate teamwork, creativity and innovation.* Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.* Ability to follow oral, written and demonstrated instruction.* Takes initiative and has a willingness to learn.* Has knowledge of safety and the ability to anticipate safety awareness.
The job description above covers the main duties of this position. Please note, as a team member, there may be additional responsibilities that are required to meet ongoing needs of the department.
About UsOur mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.
We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers and miniature golf courses, a botanical garden event center, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment center, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.
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Keyword: Volunteer, STAR Program Year-Round
From: South Suburban Parks and Recreation
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