The Chicago Park District Special Recreation Department is a leader in serving individuals with disabilities. Starting in 1965 they began training park employees on ways to better serve Chicago citizens with disabilities. In 1968 Chicago became the birth place of the Special Olympics with the Chicago Park District playing an integral role in its development. Today, the Chicago Park District strives to enhance the lives of Chicagoans with disabilities by providing a variety of recreation and leisure opportunities including summer daycamp. They are looking for passionate people to work at their daycamps throughout the city. The positions available are Special Recereation Leader, Special Recreation Leader (Camp Sign), and Inclusion Aide. To find out more visit their website at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jobs or call them at (312) 742-5798 or email them at special.recreation@chicagoparkdistrict.com
