Qureos Mentor

Waukegan Park District

<div>Status of Employment 
Seasonal, Non-Exempt
Compensation &amp; Benefits:
Expected hiring range $15.00 to $15.50 based on education, experience, and skills. 
 
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Description/Duties:
Special Recreation Services of Northern Lake County (SRSNLC) and the Waukegan Park District offers an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a career in Therapeutic Recreation and as required by the National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC). The internship focuses on therapeutic recreation in a community setting. Our agency is one of many Illinois Special Recreation Associations. The candidate will have many opportunities to practice and apply TR knowledge and methods. Interns will observe and lead programs, drive pick-up and drop off routes and fieldtrips, assist in children's camps or leisure education activities in special education classrooms, complete assessments and one case study, and complete a major project. Interns work with individuals with a variety of disabilities, and will be part of Special Olympic events within a sports season. Knowledge of basic behavior management with children and adults with a disability. Understanding of disability specific characteristics of, but not limited to: Autism, Oppositional Deviant Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Down Syndrome, and Developmental Delays.<ul><li>
Assist with planning, organization, implementation and oversight of recreational/general interest programs and special events within area of responsibility in the Special Recreation department.</li><li>
Provide direct leadership and supervision to all assigned recreation programs and services.</li><li>
Provide developmentally appropriate activities that meet the needs and interest of participants.</li><li>
Assist in the development and implementation of long-range plans and strategies.</li><li>
Assist in the development and implementation of goals and objectives specific to area of responsibility. May develop and implement an intern project.</li><li>
Assist in evaluating effectiveness and efficiency of programs and services.</li><li>
Assist in the development and implementation of a marketing strategy for recreation programs, services, and facilities consisting of appropriate pricing and promotional efforts.</li><li>
Assist in the development and implementation of specific program details consistent with recreation marketing strategy.</li><li>
Assist in the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assigned staff and volunteers. Contract with independent contractors and vendors for programs and services as needed.</li><li>
Assist staff and volunteers in the performance of their duties.</li><li>
Assist securing alternative funding through grants, sponsorships, and fund raising.</li><li>
Assist in the purchase, distribution, and maintenance of proper inventory of all supplies and materials. Turn in appropriate receipts as required.</li><li>
Prepare and maintain management reports and records regarding programs and services.</li><li>
Prepare and submit reports and projects as required by sponsoring university.</li><li>
Accompany participants on field trips. Transport program participants and supplies using park district vehicles.</li><li>
Assist in scheduling facility rental and program use. Assist with management of facilities as needed.</li><li>
Assist in the preparation of program budgets.</li><li>
Establish a cooperative planning and working relationship with coworkers, parents, community agencies and organizations.</li><li>
Attend pertinent departmental/park district meetings and in-house training sessions.</li><li>
Conduct self in accordance with the policies and procedures as established by the park district.</li><li>
Participate in park district safety and training program to ensure that work performed and services provided are implemented in a safe manner.</li></ul>
Age:<ul><li>
18 years and older.</li></ul>
Education:<ul><li>
Registered as a student at a four-year university. Meet university requirements for senior student status.</li><li>
Majoring in Recreation Administration, Therapeutic Recreation, Sports Management, Social Work, or related field.</li></ul> 
Experience:<ul><li>
Minimum six (6) months experience in a recreational setting, preferably in a recreation department, school district, social services agency or non-profit organization. May be obtained through a combination of volunteer, seasonal, part-time or temporary positions.</li><li>
Has acquired necessary special competencies in the field of specialization for doing fieldwork.</li><li>
Must have completed all university requirements for internship placement.</li></ul> 
Knowledge:<ul><li>
General knowledge of recreation, parks, and leisure service field.</li><li>
General knowledge of recreation principles and philosophy within specific area of responsibility.</li><li>
Specific knowledge of recreation programs and services for assigned area of responsibility. Knowledge of basic behavior management with children and adults with a disability.</li><li>
Understanding of disability specific characteristics of, but not limited to: Autism, Oppositional Deviant Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Down Syndrome, and Developmental Delays.</li></ul>
License/Certification:
<ul><li>Valid driver's license required.</li><li>
CPR, AED, and First Aid certificate preferred.</li></ul> 
Hours:<ul><li>
Candidates should be prepared to work 40 hours per week.</li><li>
Weekdays and weekends are required with various evening hours.</li><li>
14-16 week internship.</li></ul> 
Conditions of Employment May Include:
<ul><li>provide proof of date of birth.</li><li>
provide a copy of driver's license or photo identification.</li><li>
provide driver's abstract if position duties require driving.</li><li>
submit to a reference check and employment verification.</li><li>
submit to a state criminal background check.</li><li>
submit to random, reasonable cause and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.</li><li>
may have to provide certification within area of responsibility.</li></ul> 
Contact: 
Kari Robinson, CTRS, CPRP 
Recreation Supervisor of Special Recreation 
847-360-4763 
krobinson@waukeganparks.org
Closing Date:
Open until filled</div>

Intern - Special Recreation SEA

<div>Status of Employment: 
Full-Time, Year-Round, Exempt
Compensation &amp; Benefits:
Expected hiring range $49,800 to $55,500 based on education, experience, and skills. 
 
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Position Summary
The purpose of the Digital Marketing Specialist is to promote Waukegan Park District programs, facilities, special events, projects, and services and communicate their value and benefits to the public through print and electronic media. Communicate with residents to attract and engage their use of and participation in programs and services. This position is required to adhere to all Waukegan Park District (District) policies and procedures.
Essential functions<ul><li>
Creates communication materials to inform the public about and promote District activities, events, projects and programs including, but not limited to, press releases, quarterly magazine articles, newsletters, program guides, in-person promotional events, and social media postings.</li><li>
Assists in planning and marketing assigned District special events and projects.</li><li>
Assists staff in developing articles, stories, and other written materials.</li><li>
Oversees interns and assigned responsibilities.</li><li>
Works evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned.</li><li>
Collaborates with staff to create annual department budget and projections for Marketing and Community Relations.</li><li>
Creates, edits and distributes electronic newsletters.</li><li>
Participates in the development and scheduling of ads in newspapers, printed and electronic.</li><li>
Creates and sends emails to promote programs, facilities, and events using Constant Contact and maintains database/user lists for the newsletters.</li><li>
Updates and maintains the District website, including the quarterly event calendar. Coordinates with other staff to ensure information is accurate and up to date.</li><li>
Shares information to social media, promotional sites, and news media associated with the District.</li><li>
Keeps social media content updated to boost customer engagement.</li><li>
Schedules content on digital media platforms.</li><li>
Ensures brand consistency across all communications and digital media channels.</li><li>
Coordinates and maintains the mobile app for the District using accurate and up to date content.</li><li>
Coordinates details for District events such as job and resource fairs, community and special events, and partner collaborations while representing the District in a professional manner.</li><li>
Takes photos and videos at District events, activities and facilities; edits photos and videos; develops videos/slideshows/PowerPoint presentations for use by the District on the website and social media outlets.</li><li>
Maintains the District archive of photos and videos.
</li><li>Stays updated on the latest digital media trends.</li><li>
Conducts duties in adherence to safety requirements.</li><li>
Assists staff and volunteers in the performance of their duties.</li><li>
Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor to support the department or the District.</li></ul>
Age<ul><li>
18 years and older.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in creative writing, journalism, communication, marketing, community relations, recreation, graphic design or related field preferred
</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>
Minimum one (1) year of experience in related field</li><li>
Maintaining website and social media accounts</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>
Microsoft Office experience in Excel/Word/Outlook</li><li>
Experience with Calemeo
</li><li>Operate cameras and video cameras</li><li>
Speak, read and write in Spanish preferred</li><li>
Operate job related equipment</li><li>
Effective verbal and written communication</li><li>
Demonstrates initiative and responsibility</li><li>
Manages workload and hours with minimal direction</li><li>
Communicates effectively with employees through listening, speaking, writing, and non-verbal cues</li><li>
Develops positive rapport with interpersonal departments, public, vendors, contractors, media and community groups</li><li>
Prioritize work efficiently and effectively</li><li>
Identifies problems or challenges and develop and implement solutions
</li><li>Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Compute rate, ratio and percentage.
</li></ul>License/Certification
<ul><li>Valid and unrestricted driver&rsquo;s license, not including vision restrictions for corrective lenses</li><li>
Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification preferred</li><li>
First Aid/CPR/AED certification required within one (1) year of hire date</li></ul>
Physical, Psychological, Environmental, Cognitive and Safety Considerations
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Considerations
<ul><li>Required to walk, sit, talk, and hear</li><li>
Required to use hands and/or fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms</li><li>
Required to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds</li><li>
Required vision abilities for this job: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus</li></ul>
Environmental Considerations
<ul><li>In and out of controlled temperatures throughout the day</li><li>
Exposed to moderate noise levels
</li><li>Occasionally exposed to various weather conditions</li><li>
Occasionally working near moving mechanical parts
</li><li>Occasionally in precarious places</li><li>
Occasionally exposed to sites where allergens may be present</li><li>
Repetitive work (i.e. computer keyboard, writing)</li></ul>
Safety Considerations
<ul><li>Use good safety awareness and judgment
</li></ul>Residency: Employees are encouraged, but not required, to become residents within the boundaries of the Waukegan Park District.
Contact: 
Maria Contreras 
Communications Supervisor 
Waukegan Park District 
1324 Golf Rd 
Waukegan, IL 60087
mcontreras@waukeganparks.org
847-360-4798
Closing Date: 
Open until filled.</div>

Digital Marketing Specialist- FT

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