Summer Camp Therapeutic Aide

Limited housing opportunity for FULL-TIME employees

• $200 Equipment Reimbursement
• End-of-Season Bonus

Why work for the Town of Frisco as the Summer Camp Therapeutic Aide? Therearemanyreasons!

Some amazingincentives are the convenience of a clean car year-round with a FREE car wash,free recycling, trash, and compost pick up. Summer incentivesinclude freepaddle sports, a free 2-hour pontoon/fishing boat rental reservation (one peremployee) and free boat rentals if not rented for the final rental of the day.Winter incentives include free tubing at the Frisco Adventure Park, free NordicCenter passes for employee and family, free Terrain Park pass, friends andfamily passes for tubing, Copper Mountain discounted season passes, CopperMountain free daily lift ticket voucher program for employee and half off fordependents. Want to know more? Check out the benefits tab above.

And of course, don'tforget to apply to take advantage of the cool perks and the amazing opportunitythat awaits you!

This hourly position is responsible for teaching, leading, and participating in daily activities with youth enrolled in the camp programs. Use adaptive methods to coordinate programs and activities for children with disabilities. Must have experience teaching adaptive recreational programs and a desire to work with children with disabilities. The Recreation Therapeutic Aide is also responsible for delivering exceptional guest service for the Recreation Department.

Desired start date:5/26/2026 &estimated end-of-season date:8/24/2026

Monday-Friday: four 10 hour shifts, some weeknights

Position Title: Recreation Therapeutic Aide

Department: Recreation

Exempt: No Non-Exempt: Yes

Salary Range: $23.11/hr

Reports to: Recreation Programs Coordinator

Frequent Internal Contacts:

1. Program Manager

2. Program Coordinator

3. Recreation Youth Attendants

Frequent External Contacts:

1. Parents

Job Summary: Responsible for teaching, leading, and participating in daily activities with youth enrolled in the camp programs. Use adaptive methods to coordinate programs and activities for children with disabilities. Must have experience teaching adaptive recreational programs and a desire to work with children with disabilities. The Recreation Therapeutic Aide is also responsible for delivering exceptional guest service for the Recreation Department.

• Responsible for the supervision, well-being, safety and care of children and youth attending Recreation Department programs.
• Creates a fun and energetic environment for the campers on a daily basis.
• Organizes and leads adaptive programs and activities for children attending camp who need modifications.
• Interacts with guests, parents, and participants in a positive and professional manner, utilizing exceptional guest service standards.
• Maintains professional attitudes and relationships with parents, participants, and co-workers.
• Effectively disseminates information using effective written and oral communication techniques to parents about the program, schedules, and any issues that may arise throughout the day.
• Safely transports participants utilizing vans, buses, or public transportation as needed.
• Ensures that facilities are clean, well-maintained, safe and presentable to customers and participants throughout daily operations.
• Ability to function and makes good decisions regarding participant safety in the absence of a supervisor.
• Participates in safety training and responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner. Complete accident/incident reports as required.
• Adheres to Town of Frisco, Recreation Department, and camp rules and regulations including proper attire, safety procedures, and overall professionalism.
• Communicates in a timely and professional manner with citizens, visitors, and Town of Frisco staff.
• Works in a team-based environment supporting the Recreation Department, the Town of Frisco, the initiatives of the Director and Manager, and other co-workers.
• Assists with and/or provides personal care to assigned campers.
• Ensure that assigned campers who take medications receive them at prescribed time(s).
• Supervises campers in all activities including: meals, sleeping, dressing, toileting, activity areas, including swimming.
• Lift, pivot and transfers a 40 to 50 pound person safely with assistance while using proper body mechanics.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by management.

Education: Bachelor's degree in child development, therapeutic recreation, social services or related field-required

Computer Operations: Microsoft Excel, Publisher, Word and Outlook-preferred

Licenses, Certifications or Accreditations:

• Valid Colorado Driver's license is required. Must be at least 21 years of age to drive a 15 passenger van- preferred
• Community CPR/AED and First Aid, and PDT is required within the first 60 days of hire-required.

Previous Work Experience: 2 years working with youth who have physical, emotional or mental disabilities- required

Language Ability: Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required

Other: Genuine interest in and care for people with disabilities- required

LIFTING: Weight

Up to 10 Pounds 2/3 OR MOREUp to 25 Pounds 1/3 to 2/3Up to 50 Pounds 1/3 to 2/3Up to 100 Pounds NONEMore than 100 Pounds NONEOTHER PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED:Standing 2/3 OR MOREWalking 2/3 OR MORESitting UP TO 1/3Using hands to finger, hands to feel 2/3 OR MOREReaching with hands and arms 2/3 OR MOREClimb or balance 2/3 OR MOREStoop, kneel, crouch or crawl 2/3 OR MORETalk or hear 2/3 OR MORETaste or smell UP TO 1/3
OTHER PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIREMENTS OR PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Indoor/Outdoor:Indoor and outdoor with the ability to work in all weather conditions.
Hazardous Materials or Noise:Exposure to loud noises with a large group of children
Holidays/Weekends/Evenings:No
Equipment Used in Job: A variety of gym equipment, arts and crafts. Driving a 15 passenger van, mini-bus or other vehicle to transport program participants
Other: Experience working in compliance with Colorado State Licensing for school aged children

This job description is not intendedto be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualificationsassociated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.

The Town of Frisco is dedicated tothe principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawfuldiscrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over,race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair textureand length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, militarystatus, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected byapplicable state or local law.