Adapted Aquatics Specialist

Position Title: Adapted Aquatics Specialist 

Location: Varies across Rec Centers throughout Fairfax County as well as Park Authority Headquarters 

Hours: Approximately 10-40 hours per week; some weekend work required but flexible 

Salary: $19.00-$24.00/hour.   

Overview: The Adapted Aquatics Specialist is responsible for facilitating self-contained classes for children with disabilities at our Rec Center facilities.  This includes initial assessment, written goals, placement, evaluation and volunteer training.  In addition, the specialist may be required to provide one to one assistance (leisure coaching) to children mainstreaming in general recreation aquatics classes; and develop an adapted aquatics staff manual.    

Duties:  

• Work collaboratively with the Park Programmer to plan, lead, and support classes, camps, and special events.  
• Lead interpretive programs and field trips focused on natural and cultural history, outdoor recreation, kayaking, and environmental education.  
• Develop and implement new program plans and lesson outlines.  
• Engage with the public, answering questions and providing excellent customer service.  
• Assist with park events, including setup, operations, and cleanup.  
• Provide operational support to all programs and camps as needed. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Hold a sophomore standing in a four-year degree program majoring in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation, Psychology, Education and have a "major" grade point average of at least 2.5.   
• Must attend training and orientation. 
• CPR/First Aid training. 
• 100% attendance for the duration of the program. 
• Demonstrate effective teamwork skills (give and receive feedback). 
• Proficient Computer Skills. 
• Must provide at least 2 references 

Duties: 

Documentation: 

• Demonstrates the ability to write an accommodation plan  
• Ensures all assigned participants and parents agree to and sign off on accommodation plan and pre-inclusion survey; modifies plan as needed. 
• Complete weekly progress notes. 
• Documents and completes incident reports accurately and timely. 
• Submits accurate time and attendance reports on assigned payroll dates. 

Behavior Management: 

• Provides effective interventions and/or strategies for problem solving behavioral issues. 
• Effectively communicates with all site staff, volunteers and Program coordinator and are consistent with the implementation of strategies. 
• Initiates training, support, and models intervention techniques for other staff and volunteers. 
• Consistently provides positive reinforcement to participants/team members. 

Programmatic: 

• Implements appropriate modifications and adaptations to activity as needed. 
• Empowers participants to participate to the best of their ability. 
• Provides sensitivity training for other participants/volunteers as needed. 
• Update new client/volunteer marketing plan, FCPA information packet and database. 
• Attend and assist hands on with various aquatic classes. 
• Keeps supervisor abreast of staff or participant issues. 
• Conduct session evaluation revising current evaluation form for volunteers and students. 
• Develop aquatic game manual to be used in group classes. 
• Assists in planning program schedule for each session. 
• Supports sensory-friendly events. 

To Apply: Send resume to FCPAJOBS@fairfaxcounty.gov.  

Necessary Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.   

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.   

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.  

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.