Part-Time, Greater Rochester area

Work from home/Engage in the Community

Join our dynamic team at Rochester Accessible Adventures, where we are making inclusion happen! We’re looking for a highly motivated person ready to lead the Greater Rochester community to new heights in its adaptive and inclusive sports offerings.

Role Description:

As our Adaptive and Inclusive Sports Coordinator, you will lead the expansion of sports opportunities in the Greater Rochester region, maintain excellence in sustainable program development, and collaborate with RAA’s DirectConnect team to conduct outreach that connects youth and adults to sports and recreation opportunities. Four key areas: Program leadership & development; Coach and Volunteer management; Community engagement and athlete recruitment; and Equipment management.

Must-Haves

• Experience in sports programming, coaching, therapeutic recreation, recreation management, or adaptive sports
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated commitment to accessibility, equity, and inclusive practices in sports
• Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously and maintain detailed records
• Related experience pertaining to each of the four key areas
• Ability to move, load, unload, and haul 1-15 sports chairs (approx. 25 lbs each) and other adaptive sports equipment from a truck or U-Haul to transport from one location to another for programs
• Demonstratable experience with community relationship-building; ability to coordinate and carry out community meetings, participate in outreach fairs, and recruit participants
• Commitment to cultivating positive, safe, and empowering environments and adherence to safety protocols

Employment Requirements

• Successful background checks required.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, along with weekday hours
• Valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation

Work Hours & Compensation

• Part-time position; schedule determined in coordination with program needs.
• Compensation commensurate with experience, $17-22/hour.
• Flexible scheduling; requires work from home, team meetings (in- person and virtual), and in-person engagement in the community

WORK WITH US!

Rochester Accessible Adventures is a leader in building accessible and inclusive recreation opportunities across Greater Rochester and New York State. With our Inclusion Partnership and DirectConnect services, we are connecting more youth and adults with disabilities to exciting adventures within their own communities, and increasing access to active recreation as part of destination travel.

When you join us, you will be an integral part of creating communities where children, youth, and adults with and without disabilities can experience the benefits of sports together.

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status.

How to Apply

Our hiring process includes completion of the job application, an initial phone interview, and in-person interview.

To get started, submit your resume, cover letter, and Job Application to the attention of Anita O’Brien, Executive Director, RAA@RochesterAccessibleAdventures.orgcreate new email.

Download the RAA Job Application here opens PDF file

Save your completed application and attach to your email along with your cover letter and resume.

Open Until Filled

The Company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.