What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adaptive Sports Technician position at The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation?
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Job Summary
Provides children and adults of all levels of ability the opportunity to live active, healthy lives through participation in a variety of adaptive sports and recreational activities. A variety of land and water activities are offered in both individual and group settings. Will help choose activities and make adaptations to meet the capabilities and goals of each individual. This role will directly support Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers sled hockey program.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
- This role will directly support Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers sled hockey program.
- Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator, assists operationally and programmatically with adaptive sport and recreation programs for participants of all ages and functional abilities.
- Reviews participant intakes to determine program/participant equipment needs. Communicate with staff and participants directly as needed for required information.
- Prepares, monitors, and maintains facilities and equipment for programs, including setup and clean up, ensuring facility and equipment are left in a clean and orderly fashion.
- Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such issues.
- Responds to participants' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Prior experience working with people with disabilities 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of adaptive sport basics and ability to gain an understanding of the SASC programming.
- Demonstrate an ability to attain knowledge of adaptive sports equipment.
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work with participants of all ages and level of abilities from pediatric to geriatric.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, working with a diverse population.
- Work independently, be self-directed, and contribute as a member of a team.
- High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with the ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing situations.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
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Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Maternity & Paternity LeaveSalary : $19 - $27