Position Title
Razorsharks Assistant Coach
Current Employee
Salary Status
Hourly Employee
Employment Status
Supervisor
Razorsharks Head Coach
Direct Reports (if any)
Facilitate swim team practices and meets
Maintain data to assess progress of swimmers
Create and adapt swim skills to promote more efficient swim skills
Consults, as needed with supervisor concerning swimmer referrals
Designs and adapts or modifies practices to meet participant’s needs
Provides participants with RT resources, supplies and equipment
Ensures participants safety during practices; follows health and safety policies, anticipates hazards, and takes appropriate measures
Communicates behavioral observations of swimmers behavior to coach
Encourages participant involvement in recreation opportunities and provides necessary support to facilitate involvement
Participates in quality improvement projects
Works to promote a positive, professional image of Rec2Connect within and outside the agency
Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services as assigned
Develops and promotes positive working relationships within Rec2Connect
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Ability to observe participants behaviors and assist in de-escalataion as needed
Fundamental knowledge of swimming strokes and techniques
Basic knowledge of terminology, diagnoses, issues and conditions related to participants functioning
Ability to relate in a warm, caring, and professional manner to participants with multiple needs.
Ability to produce and maintain accurate records and reports
Ability to plan and lead a variety of swim meets, practices and sessions
Ability to observe and document participant’s progress
Knowledge of activity modification techniques, accessibility concepts and assistance techniques that enhance successful consumer participation in RT activities.
Knowledge of RT policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Rec2Connect policies and procedures
Preference- Applicants who demonstrate possession of knowledge, skills and abilities gained through at least two years of experience performing tasks similar to those assigned to the position.
Valid Ohio driver’s license
CPR certification, required
Employer selected insurance for practice
Job Location: No set physical address
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift 25 lb and other recreational equipment
Ability to provide physical prompting when needed for up to 1 hour
Ability to demonstrate exercise and movements for clients for up to 1 hour
About Rec2Connect
Our Story
Rec2Connect began with a simple but powerful goal: to create inclusive recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities and their families. Founded by Jen Knott, a recreation therapist and passionate advocate, she saw a gap in accessible, meaningful community based recreation programs that promote physical, social, and emotional wellness. Since 2009, we’ve been connecting people of all abilities to experiences that foster growth, confidence, and connection.
Rec2Connect began with 2 participants, a bag of adapted equipment in Jen’s car, and access to any pool that would let her in to provide vital aquatic therapy programming. Word spread quickly about Rec2Connect, and before she knew it, Jen was working 7 days a week at 2 locations, the Beachwood High School and Gemini Center in Fairview Park.
As Rec2Connect grew, so did our team and program offerings. We began to offer gross motor and social groups, Razorsharks swim team, fitness groups, hiking, bike riding, rock climbing, kayaking, cheerleading, and more programs added daily! Ultimately, we started partnering with multiple recreation centers, senior centers, adult day programs, and Veteran Affairs organizations across Northeast Ohio. We also partner with community organizations to make their programs and spaces more accessible, increasing recreational opportunities and choices for people with disabilities. Our growth over the past 16 years demonstrates that recreation therapy is not only needed—it is deeply valued by the communities we serve.
We have over 20 team members and continue to grow to serve the need of our community. Rec2Connect is a home for our team to develop creative and innovative programming, that meet the interests and needs of our participants.
Our Story
Rec2Connect began with a simple but powerful goal: to create inclusive recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities and their families. Founded by Jen Knott, a recreation therapist and passionate advocate, she saw a gap in accessible, meaningful community based recreation programs that promote physical, social, and emotional wellness. Since 2009, we’ve been connecting people of all abilities to experiences that foster growth, confidence, and connection.
Rec2Connect began with 2 participants, a bag of adapted equipment in Jen’s car, and access to any pool that would let her in to provide vital aquatic therapy programming. Word spread quickly about Rec2Connect, and before she knew it, Jen was working 7 days a week at 2 locations, the Beachwood High School and Gemini Center in Fairview Park.
As Rec2Connect grew, so did our team and program offerings. We began to offer gross motor and social groups, Razorsharks swim team, fitness groups, hiking, bike riding, rock climbing, kayaking, cheerleading, and more programs added daily! Ultimately, we started partnering with multiple recreation centers, senior centers, adult day programs, and Veteran Affairs organizations across Northeast Ohio. We also partner with community organizations to make their programs and spaces more accessible, increasing recreational opportunities and choices for people with disabilities. Our growth over the past 16 years demonstrates that recreation therapy is not only needed—it is deeply valued by the communities we serve.
We have over 20 team members and continue to grow to serve the need of our community. Rec2Connect is a home for our team to develop creative and innovative programming, that meet the interests and needs of our participants.