Inclusion Assistants

Join Our Team as an Inclusion Assistant!

THPRD's Inclusion Services support individuals of all abilities in participating in recreation programs throughout the district.

Inclusion Assistants play a key role in supporting individuals with physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities of all ages who participate in THPRD programs. This work focuses on helping participants engage successfully and safely in recreation activities while promoting inclusion and participation.

Role Overview

As an Inclusion Assistant you will be responsible for a variety of support tasks including:

• Adapt activities to meet participant needs
• Follow inclusion success plans
• Ensure a safe environment
• Support participant engagement and participation
• Assist with additional support tasks as needed

Our camps, classes, and programs are hosted weekly at various THPRD park sites across the district. Be prepared to work outdoors, on a variety of surfaces, and in varying environmental conditions.

Typical Hours

Part-time variable schedule: typically 2–20 hours per week based on program needs.

Shifts may occur any day of the week between 7:30am–9:00pm. Scheduling varies based on program needs. Part-time staff may work up to 1,560 hours per year.

Pay

$22.90 per hour

The full hourly range for this job classification is $22.90 to $25.82 per hour. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September.

Qualifications and Experience

We welcome applicants with any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preferences include:

• Experience providing Inclusion support in a recreational environment
• Direct experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Familiarity with working with individuals displaying challenging behaviors
• Experience in recreation areas such as sports, nature programming, or general summer camps is desirable for site-specific placement

Other Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age on start date
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required
• First Aid & CPR certification required within 30 days of hire

Application Review

Our hiring team reviews applications as they are received, considering suitability for the role. Strong candidates will be contacted directly to discuss next steps.

Please be sure to fully answer the application's supplemental questions to ensure hiring managers can appropriately evaluate your qualifications. To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates an applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions rather than requiring cover letters and resumes. Appointments within the salary range are made based upon a pay equity analysis of bona fide factors per Oregon's Equal Pay Act.

Accommodations

THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.