Recreation Therapist

Town of Burlington•Burlington, MA

5d•$40

About The Position

Working under the general direction of the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, the Recreation Therapist develops and oversees inclusive, adaptive recreation programs for children and adults with disabilities. This role manages program development, participant assessments, staff supervision, budgeting, equipment, and community outreach. Essential functions include, but are not limited to: Plan, coordinate, and supervise year round recreation programs for children and adults with disabilities Lead and oversee inclusive and adaptive recreation, leisure, athletic and educational programs Conduct intake assessments for participants and provide referrals to appropriate programs based on needs Supervise part time, seasonal staff, interns and/or volunteers Serves as a liaison with community agencies, town departments, and nonprofit organizations to coordinate and promote programs Manage program budgets, expenses and equipment/supplies. Pursue grants and funding opportunities to support adaptive programs and scholarship initiatives Maintain CTRS certification and implement inclusion and therapeutic recreation standards in all programs

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related Recreation field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
2 + years of recreation experience; preferable with individuals with disabilities
Valid driver’s license
Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
Ability to supervise staff and multitask
Moderate to strenuous effort required periodically in the field; be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 60lbs

Nice To Haves

CPR/First Aid preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and supervise year round recreation programs for children and adults with disabilities
Lead and oversee inclusive and adaptive recreation, leisure, athletic and educational programs
Conduct intake assessments for participants and provide referrals to appropriate programs based on needs
Supervise part time, seasonal staff, interns and/or volunteers
Serves as a liaison with community agencies, town departments, and nonprofit organizations to coordinate and promote programs
Manage program budgets, expenses and equipment/supplies.
Pursue grants and funding opportunities to support adaptive programs and scholarship initiatives
Maintain CTRS certification and implement inclusion and therapeutic recreation standards in all programs