Inclusion Specialist

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Application Deadline:

April 15, 2026

Compensation Details:

Full Pay Range

19.20 - 26.87

Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a part-time hourly position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

35

Benefit Eligibility Group:

Seasonal Traditional

Locate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the Employee Benefit Eligibility document to identify the benefits offered for this job.

Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision, the Inclusion Specialist supports Boulder Parks and Recreation in providing safe, fun, and fulfilling summer camp experiences for youth with disabilities. This position is directly supervised by the Camps Supervisor and works closely with them to support a growing number of youth in inclusive camp settings. By proactively learning about each camper’s needs, setting up accommodations, mentoring staff, and communicating with families, the Inclusion Specialist is an integral member of the summer camp team. Staff in this role will be hands-on with camp groups, join in activities, and help adapt activities so they work well for everyone.

This is a seasonal position with full-time hours during the summer. Throughout the year, there are part-time opportunities to participate in school day-off camps and year-round programs.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Coordinates inclusion support within camp groups. 

• Discusses rules, regulations, and accommodations for youth with disabilities with camp/program staff.  

• Educates, models, and provides support on leading and managing groups and behavior support.  

• Creates a positive relationship and good communication with the participants, parents, staff, and program coordinators.  

• Monitors participants to ensure their safety.  

• Ensures the safety and guidance of participants and staff in inclusive program environments.  

• Assesses and makes decisions in emergency situations.  

• Administers first aid and contacts medical assistance when necessary.  

• Implements and oversee participant inclusion support and accommodations.   

• Greets participants and parents as they arrive to camps and programs.  

• Checks in with the families addressing any concerns in a solution-focused and positive manner.   

• Works closely with the staff to ensure all participants are being included. 

• Manages daily operations of inclusion for camps & programs with the support of the program supervisor.

• Ensures program quality addressing concerns with staff and supporting them through improvement as needed. 

• Follows all State Licensing and Boulder County Public Health Policies and Procedures. 

• Utilizes computer programs to ensure access to all camper paperwork as needed. 

• Gets to know each one to help provide the best support possible and by being fun and playful with the participants

• Creates and implements supports such as picture schedules and token economy systems. 

• Creates and implements behavior plans and group management. 

• Assists in equipment management and ensures proper use of equipment. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Ability and willingness to attend and keep current on all required trainings, including State of Colorado Child Care requirements.

• Ability and willingness to drive participants and staff in vehicles provided by Boulder Parks & Recreation.

• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team.

• Ability to be a leader.

• Ability to complete and maintain accurate records and documentation.

• Ability to create positive customer service relationships with parents, campers, therapists, program partners and city staff.

• Ability to evaluate conditions in various locations and make judgments related to safety.

• Ability to evaluate customer problems