Seasonal Exceptional Needs Program Aide

Seasonal Exceptional Needs Program Aide

Salary

$17.29 Hourly

Location

Madison Community Center, 1329 Browns Ferry Road, Madison, AL

Job Type

Seasonal Part-Time

Job Number

26-00058

Department

Recreation

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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General Position Summary

This is a seasonal position working up to 29 hours per week depending on departments program needs.

The starting pay is $17.29 per hour, based on experience.

Position supports the inclusion and participation of individuals with disabilities in Parks and Recreation programs, including camps, sports, arts, and community events. Working under the supervision of program coordinator, the aide provides one-on-one or small group assistance to participants with physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional challenges. Responsibilities include facilitating communication, adapting activities, assisting with mobility or personal care, and promoting positive peer interactions. The aide plays a vital role in ensuring a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment where all participants can thrive. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a commitment to inclusion are essential.

Examples of Responsibilities

• Provides direct support and companionship to event participants throughout the duration of any exceptional needs programming/events.
• Assists individuals with mobility, feeding, personal care, and other daily needs as required.
• Participates in and helps facilitate recreational, social, and physical activities.
• Monitors participating in their well-being and promptly report any concerns to supervisory staff.
• Ensures a safe, respectful, and inclusive atmosphere for all attendees.
• Works collaboratively with other aides, volunteers, and event coordinators.
• Assists with setup, cleanup, and transitions between activities as needed.
• Follows all event protocols and emergency procedures.

Job Conditions:

• Dependability and consistent attendance is required due to program needs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, or sitting on the floor to interact with students.
• May require lifting or assisting students with physical disabilities, including transferring to and from wheelchairs or helping with mobility.
• Assisting with personal care tasks such as toileting, feeding, or hygiene may be required.
• Must be able to respond quickly in physically active or emergency situations.
• Regularly works with participants who may exhibit challenging behaviors, including aggression, noncompliance, or emotional dysregulation.
• Requires patience, emotional resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Frequent use of de-escalation strategies and behavior support plans.
• Exposure to bodily fluids or contagious illnesses is possible.
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Required to complete ongoing training in areas such as first aid, CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention), disability awareness, and behavior management

Minimal Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong background record required due to accessibility to employee and city property and children using city parks and facilities.
• Strong work history of dependability and performance.
• Ability to assist with basic caregiving tasks (e.g., toileting, feeding, mobility support) is required.
• Experience working in high-energy environment is required.
• Experience working with individuals with physical and/or developmental disabilities is strongly preferred. Examples include, but are not limited to, social work, occupational therapy, physical therapy, SPED classrooms, CNA, or similar.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of developmental and physical disabilities and how they may impact participation in recreational settings.
• Knowledge of first aid and safety practices, including emergency response procedures.
• Knowledge of adaptive sports & arts and crafts.
• Knowledge of and willingness to assist in basic caregiving for those with mobility issues, to include hygiene and feeding if required.
• Skilled in the application of inclusion and accessibility.
• Skilled in the use of behavior management techniques for diverse needs and age groups.
• Skilled in effective communication skills with individuals of varying ability levels, to include non-verbal participants.
• Skilled at promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
• Skilled at conflict resolution and de-escalation.
• Ability to work as a team and collaborate closely with staff, families, and participants.
• Ability to establish rapport with families and participants.
• Ability to exercise patience, empathy, professionalism, and confidentiality in challenging situations.
• Ability to physically assist participants, including lifting, guiding, and pushing.
• Ability to follow directions and safety protocols while working independently or as part of team.

Physical Capabilities:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, or sitting on the floor to interact with students.
• May require lifting or assisting students with physical disabilities, including transferring to and from wheelchairs or helping with mobility.
• Assisting with personal care tasks such as toileting, feeding, or hygiene may be required.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift to 50 lbs.

Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits or leave time.

01

Do you have a valid Drivers License that allows you to drive independently?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a High School diploma or GED certificate?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess an active CPR/First Aid Certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have any experience serving in a customer service role?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have experience with routine office tasks such as filing, handling phone calls professionally, and using office machines and computer programs?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have experience working with the general public & children?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience working with individuals with disabilities?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have experience working in the preferred Recreational Field/Education?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have experience in any related fields such as Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Special Education, Social Work, CNA, or a similar profession?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have the ability to physically assist with lifting and guiding individuals with disabilities?

• Yes
• No

11

Are you capable of performing tasks that require lifting up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations?

• Yes
• No

12

This position requires you to work in an environment where there maybe dust, noise, dirt, chemicals, temperature fluctuations & variable weather conditions. Are you able to work in this type of environment with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

13

Describe your experience with basic caregiving task such as toileting, feeding and mobility support.

14

Please describe your experience supporting individuals with disabilities in recreational settings.

• Yes
• No

15

The starting pay for this part time position is $17.29 per hour, working up to 29 hours a week depending on the departments program needs. Is this acceptable to you?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Madison, Alabama

Address 100 Hughes Road

Madison, Alabama, 35758

Phone 256-772-5612

Website http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/madisonal