RECREATION SPECIALIST I (THERAPEUTIC SERVICES) (SR-20) [1 vacancy]

City and County of Honolulu•Oahu, HI

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), Park Maintenance and Recreation Services Division, Special Services Section, is seeking a Recreation Specialist I in Kapolei. This position assists with planning, coordinating, and supporting city-wide recreation programs with an emphasis on therapeutic recreation and inclusion of people with disabilities, and helps provide training and guidance to staff involved in those programs.

Requirements

Must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with specialization in recreation, physical education, group work, or a related field. (Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis).
Two (2) years of professional recreation experience, one (1) year of which shall have been in planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing therapeutic recreation programs for participants with disabilities.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of supervision; Recreational program policies, principles, tools, and techniques; Instructional methods and training techniques; and Community recreational needs, group behavior, and public relations.
Ability to: Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of others; Recognize community recreational and leisure needs and problems; Stimulate community interest and support for recreation programs; Train recreation staff and maintain cooperative relationships with staff and the public; and Prepare reports and the community clearly through oral and written instructions.
Possession of an appropriate driver's license prior to appointment.
Possession of an American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate, or equivalent, and American Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and AED Certificate, to include care for choking and obstructed airway, or equivalent, prior to completion of probation.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, organizing, and monitoring city-wide recreation programs that promote participation by people with disabilities and support inclusive program access.
Consult with DPR personnel on accessibility and inclusion practices, including observing participant leisure and social skills and recommending appropriate supports.
Assist with developing and improving program access procedures, resources, and initiatives that support therapeutic recreation and inclusive programming.
Research, develop, and assist in conducting staff training related to therapeutic recreation, inclusion practices, and program accessibility.
Coordinate with city staff, community organizations, and partner agencies to promote recreational opportunities and provide information and referrals to individuals with disabilities.
Support department operations by assisting with outreach and promotional materials, recruiting and supporting program staff and volunteers, coordinating special events, preparing reports and documentation, and traveling to recreation sites island-wide to conduct training and program activities.