AccessABLE Recreation Program Specialist

Nature of Work

The AccessABLE Recreation Program Specialist will work closely with the AccessABLE Recreation Coordinator to support the operations of programming. The Program Specialist will act as the subject matter expert for recreational activities enriching the social development and experience of individuals with disabilities. This is a limited term position that creates and supports daily programming for individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Duties include directing staff, planning activities, 

assisting and engaging with participants and ensuring participants safety.

Pay: The pay range for this position in 2026 is $25.94-$32.56
Benefits: This position is eligible for benefits offered by the City of Rochester. Please check out the benefits tab at the top of the page for more details.
Schedule: During the School Year: M, T, TH, F 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM and W 1:30PM – 5:30 PM
                  During the Summer Season: M, T, TH, F 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM and W 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Limited Term Appointment: This is a limited-term position, subject to currently available funding. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of additional funding or FTE authorization, as well as satisfactory job performance. While the City is optimistic that funding or FTE approval will become available, continued employment beyond the initial limited term cannot be guaranteed.

The City of Rochester will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT STEM.

To have your application considered in the first round of reviews, please apply before October 19, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Facilitate and Create Programming

· Assist the Recreation Coordinator in providing work direction.

· Assist with training other staff to implement the goals of the program.

· Interact with program participants to promote a safe and enjoyable recreation program.

· Promote positive social skills, independence, and physical activity for participants.

· Assist the Recreation Coordinator with the creation and coordination of recreation programs.

· Adhere to safety practices involving staff and participants.

· Follow prescribed record keeping procedures, including incidents.

· Understand and have knowledge of behavioral strategies to support participants with a variety of needs.

· Communicate with supervisors, other staff, participants’ families, and community members in a

    professional and courteous manner to share information, and provide feedback.

· Responsible for assessing, recommending, and keeping an inventory of program supplies and

   equipment needs.

· Navigate challenging situations using conflict resolution strategies.

Performs other duties as assigned.

*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

High School Diploma and 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities or in a similar field

OR

An Associates degree in Special Education, Recreation, Human Services, or a related field

Desirable Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Recreation, Human Services, or a related field.

· Experience with recreation programming.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of: recreation programs and how to conduct them safely; intellectual and physical disabilities; diverse populations.
• Skill in: assisting individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities; providing welcoming customer service;
• communication and interpersonal communication; organization and planning of events.
• Ability to: take instruction and work cooperatively in a team setting; keep a positive attitude; act in a professional and courteous manner when dealing with campers, families, coworkers, and supervisors; be flexible based on the needs of the program and participants; understand and carry out oral and written assignments; and handle frequent interruptions

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
 
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 
 
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
 
 Continuous demands: sitting, standing, walking, fine dexterity, handling
 Frequent demands: lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching
 Occasional demands: kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting
 
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, and touch
 
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
 Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
 Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)

Salary : $26 - $33