We are currently hiring for a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist responsible for planning, organizing and implementing recreational activities as well as responsibility for recreation center supervison, risk managment and safety. Level will be dependent upon education and relevant work experience and leadership skills. This position requires a committed career choice in recreation through training and continuing education.
Responsibilities:
- Provide supervision of recreation center facilities including gym, pool, playground or other play areas to maintain an environment that is safe and secure.
- Work as part of a treatment team, this position has a caseload of youth in which they assist in diagnosis and evaluation through recreation assessments, developing a treatment goal and monitoring progress through appropriate documentation.
- Provide supervision of agency youth and their staff to monitor safety and quality of youth participation.
- Provide recreation programs, activity leadership and team building initiatives that promote healthy leisure lifestyle choices, psychomotor skills, and growth and socialization development.
- May have involvement with special clubs or hobby groups (i.e. bike club, plant club, arts and crafts, camping, girl or boy scouts).
- Able to recognize and address aggressive student/youth behavior and is trained and proficient in behavior management and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
- Seek recreational resource development including community contacts, free tickets, special events and activity supply needs.
- Assist youth in positive play experiences through role modeling, skill development and provision of recreation opportunities.
- Write concise and thorough assessment narratives, goals and objectives, and progress notes.
- Perform other duties as requested including but not limited to equipment repair and upkeep, special event planning, work order submittals, safety inspections and fund raising.
- Provide direct care services as needed.
- Demonstrate ability to organize and deliver more complex training; depending upon for resolution of more complex problems/issues.
- May perform supervisory functions, mentoring and training, and lead projects and initiatives as assigned.
- Serve as a role model for Therapeutic Recreation Specialist I staff.
Requirements:
Level I Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet agency driving standards
- Minimum of an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) in Recreation, Physical Education or related field of study
- Youth Recreation in a Human Services environment desired
Level III Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet agency driving standards
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Recreation, Physical Education or related field of study
- 1+ years of experience in youth recreation, Human Services environment
Hillside is committed to equal opportunities for all, supporting a diverse workforce, creating great opportunities for our Agency, our people, and to those whom we serve. We offer a competitive benefits package to include very generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account, 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid holidays, and Employee Assistance Plan, just to name a few of the amazing benefits at Hillside! You’ll be working with great people and great clientele where you can truly make a difference. Apply online, get on board, and grow you career with us. You’ll be so glad you did!
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