HISRA Bicycle Brews Leader

The Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association (HISRA) is a cooperative effort of the Peoria, Morton, Chillicothe, and Washington Park Districts. Its mission is to provide quality recreation programs and services to individuals with disabilities and special needs. HISRA has several openings that center around hands-on experiences working with these individuals.

Duties: Under the supervision of the HISRA Program Coordinator, the HISRA Bicycle Brews Leader is responsible for:

• Facilitate and support participants in acquiring practical vocational skills related to the Bicycle Brews program, including job skills, customer service, and barista skills.
• Provide personalized assistance to participants with disabilities, ensuring their success in acquiring and applying vocational skills for future employment opportunities.
• Assist participants in transitioning from school to the workforce by offering guidance on workplace etiquette, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Be willing to be drive-checked and when needed, transport participants to and from program-related activities, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment during transit.
• Maintain a secure and supportive environment, emphasizing safety protocols and implementing strategies to address any challenging situations that may arise.
• Work closely with program coordinators, leaders, and other staff to coordinate and integrate vocational training activities seamlessly.
• Keep detailed records of participants' progress, challenges, and achievements, and communicate effectively with team members and program coordinators.
• If holding a valid food handler's certificate, support in aspects related to food service, preparation, and hygiene as needed.
• Follow all Peoria Park District and HISRA rules, policies, and procedures.
• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed.  Support all aspects of the Peoria Park District and HISRA safety programs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions: The following work environment characteristics as described in this job description are representative of those of an indoor/ outdoor work environment the employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the functions of this role, the employee may be exposed to all types of lighting, weather and temperature conditions, such as sun, heat and humidity. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud to very loud. This position also involves work in close quarters to buses during field trips with campers, and at various indoor locations.

Certification: Food Handler’s License preferred.

Experience: Previous experience working with young adults with disabilities, preferably in school transitional programs or vocational skills programs. Must be 21 years or older.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with participants, parents, and co-workers.
• Empathy, patience, and a positive attitude towards supporting individuals in their vocational journey.
• Strong organizational skills and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to provide the best possible image if HISRA and its member districts so that the public respects and appreciates HISRA, its facility and the quality of its services.
• Requires a valid Illinois State Driver’s License.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.

Perks:

• Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.  

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.  

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.