CTRS Intern Fall 2027
About The Position
The CTRS Intern organizes and implements recreation programs for Lincolnway Special Recreation Association (LWSRA), and may assist office staff with program planning and other office tasks. With supervision, the Intern leads assigned programs and monitors participants. The position is a 40-hour-per-week, non-exempt internship. Weeknight and weekend work is required, and hours over 40 in a week result in overtime. The Intern reports to the Manager of Inclusion or the Superintendent of Recreation. The role may involve working outdoors in hot or cold weather. Performance evaluations are conducted by the Manager of Inclusion or Superintendent of Recreation at the midpoint and end of the internship.
Requirements
- Must be able to communicate effectively and demonstrate leadership skills.
- Must have a current Illinois Driver’s License and be able to drive agency vehicles.
- Must be older than 21 to drive LWSRA vehicles.
- Must be available to work weeknights and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Continuing education in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience in a Therapeutic Recreation setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and lead recreation programs for LWSRA.
- Provide quality customer service to participants and guardians.
- Maintain attendance and participant records, and complete accident/incident reports, behavior reports, and other required reports.
- Dispense medication and complete medication logs as needed.
- Provide guidance to part-time aides and volunteers during programs.
- Complete credit card requests and submit receipts in a timely manner.
- Drive LWSRA vehicles, provided the Intern is older than 21 years of age.
- Prepare and gather program materials, set up programs, and assist with clean-up.
- Assist with participant accommodations, including diapering and toileting, feeding, and g-tube management.
- Assist in developing seasonal brochures.
- Research and create new program ideas, procedures, and goals.
- Attend required staff meetings, seminars, workshops, trainings, and conferences.
- Follow policies and procedures to oversee program safety.
- Promptly submit accident and incident reports to the direct supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Hourly rate of $16–$18 when working directly with participants.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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