Do you have an interest in the development and implementation of programs for adults and children with disabilities and special needs? "There's more to explore" with the Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association as Program Coordinator. Apply online today.

The Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association (HISRA) is the result of a desire on the part of the Chillicothe, Morton, Peoria and Washington park districts to provide quality recreation programs and services to individuals with disabilities and special needs. HISRA and its member districts enthusiastically support the spirit and intent of the Americans With Disabilities Act. HISRA is committed to providing opportunities for each individual to enjoy recreation activities in the least restrictive environment possible. For more information about HISRA, please visit www.hisra.org.

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Program Coordinator is responsible for a number of specific tasks as outlined below.

• Develop, implement and evaluate a broad range of community-based recreation programs and inclusion services with minimal supervision.
• Act as Special Olympics Athletics Director and Agency Athletic Director.
• Understanding HISRA finance with ability to apply and interpret knowledge in practical situations related to facility operations, events and programs.
• Safely perform lifts and transfers of adults and children and physically manage individuals with special needs. Set up and participate in all HISRA activities, operate vehicles and safely restrain wheelchairs.
• Direct leadership and supervision of ongoing community based therapeutic recreation programs and inclusion services. Working closely with committees, schools and other agencies to produce a specified number of programs and events. Act as the HISRA liaison when assigned providing facilitation and HISRA representation with community groups.
• Planning, scheduling, and supervising the operation of HISRA programs, inclusion and events, including written evaluations.
• Preparing written reports and making presentations to groups as assigned.
• Establishing and maintaining files of correspondence, records, reports and other information as relates to HISRA.
• Selecting part time personnel, interns and volunteers for HISRA programs and conducting orientation, training and evaluations.
• Preparing and submitting records and reports, including attendance, payroll, activity schedules and others as requested.
• Preparing appropriate reports for the HISRA and presenting them to the HISRA Board, member district boards, advisory committees or community groups or businesses.
• Promoting all programs, inclusion and events in area of responsibility.
• Performing all other duties as assigned.

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