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Western DuPage Special Recreation Association

Special Needs Aid

April - August 2019 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

I liked how flexible and fun the job was! They really work around your schedule and try to maximize your talents, so that you get put into an adequet and fitting position

What I wish was different

Nothing, I loved it!

Advice

If you love kids or want more exposure to working with people with disabilities, this job is perfect!
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Support Staff

May - August 2018 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

I really enjoyed the work experience that I was provided in this job. I had the opportunity to work with a number of different coworkers, as well as formed close relationships with the managing staff. I also got to work with a variety of participants at my camp programs, and gained good experience in the field for my future career goals as an occupational therapist.

What I wish was different

I wish the job had provided a more consistent work schedule for a larger portion of the summer.

Advice

For me, I found it most beneficial to get involved with as many different programs and camps as I could. This allowed me to not only get the number of hours that I wanted, but also helped diversify the experience I got by working with a large number of different participants, and engage in different work environments with varying tasks and requirements.
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