Opportunity Details | Sensory Room Support Lead

Sensory Room Support Lead

As a Sensory Room Volunteer, you will play a crucial role in supporting individuals who benefit from sensory stimulation in a dedicated sensory room environment. This position requires compassion, patience, and a genuine interest in enhancing the well-being of individuals with sensory processing challenges. The sensory room is designed to provide a therapeutic and calming space for individuals with sensory sensitivities, autism, or other related conditions.

 

Duties -

• Assist in Room Setup: Set up and prepare the sensory room with appropriate equipment and materials.
• Engage Participants: Greet individuals and their caregivers upon entering the sensory room. Encourage individuals to explore and engage with various sensory stimuli. Guide how to use sensory equipment and tools appropriately.
• Assist with Sensory Activities: Facilitate sensory activities based on the preferences and needs of the participants.
• Communicate with Caregivers: Communicate effectively with caregivers to understand individual needs and preferences.
• Provide feedback on participants' experiences in the sensory room.

Times and Dates will vary from year to year but will include a Thursday - Saturday commitment once in mid-May and again in early November. Both events take place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World. Dates for 2024 are as follows: 

• Summer Games: May 16-18th  
• Fall Classic: November  7-9th 

Please click the button below to submit interest in this position and a member of our team will reach out to discuss further details and answer any questions you might have.

 

Thank you for helping us provide this vital service to our athletes at our competitions! 

Category:

Medical/Healthy Athletes Events / State Sports Competition