Adaptive Recreation and Inclusion Specialist
Company: Reach for Resources Inc
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Job description
Work-life balance. Flexible schedule. Caring, supportive
supervisors. Rewarding work. If these are all aspects you crave for
your next employment opportunity, see what Reach for Resources has
to offer. Department Overview Reach for Resources is a nonprofit
agency based out of Minnetonka, Minnesota. We provide recreation,
education, case management, advocacy, counseling, and health
programs to individuals with disabilities living in the Minneapolis
western metro area. Our recreation department contracts with 16
western suburban city park and recreation departments to provide
adaptive recreation, inclusion and training services to their
community members. Job Summary Assist the adaptive recreation
department in implementing a variety of programs for adults and
children with intellectual disabilities .Programs will focus on
social skills, independent living, and healthy utilization of
leisure time. Assist individuals in accessing local park and
recreation programs and reaching their maximum potential for
successful inclusion in the community. Locations are throughout the
West and Northwest metro. We are looking for someone to work a
part-time schedule in the late summer/fall of 2024. Essential
Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the implementation of social,
recreation and athletic programs designed for kids and adults with
disabilities Provide inclusion assistance for a child or adult with
a disability in a city park and recreation program Teach park and
recreation staff strategies for working with individuals with
disabilities Communicate with parents and caregivers Maintain
proper documentation Additional Information Reach for Resources,
Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reach for Resources, Inc.
does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color,
gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying
physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or
any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is
decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Check out this video to see what it's like to work at Reach by
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmxu52oYtyQ &t=1s To Apply
Please complete the online application on the Employment page of
our website, www.reachforresources.org. If you have any further
questions, please contact Sally: Reach for Resources Sally Krull
skrull@reachforresources.org www.reachforresources.org Job Type:
Part-time Salary: From $17.00 per hour Benefits: Employee
assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time
off Referral program Supplemental pay types: Bonus pay Signing
bonus Work Location: In person Requirements: Required
Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Must have current
driver’s license in good standing and maintain own reliable
transportation Strong written and oral communication skills
Evening, and weekend availability Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. A
genuine interest in helping others A willingness to share your warm
personality and sense of humor Preferred Qualifications Knowledge
of community inclusion 2 years post high school education Group
leadership experience At least 1 year experience working with
individuals with disabilities Ability to work with a flexible
schedule and last minute changes to schedule
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