Recreation Therapist - FT

APTIV INCORPORATED•La Crosse, WI

8d•$18 - $19

About The Position

Here at Aptiv, we are all about making a difference. Aptiv is a non-profit organization that offers services to people who have disabilities. Our mission is to provide a spectrum of innovative support for individuals with disabilities so they may live more independent lives. Our organization is committed to fostering an environment where individuals can thrive, achieve their goals, and contribute to society in meaningful ways. We welcome, encourage, and value the contributions of all individuals and value inclusion, resilience, self-determination, collaboration, and accountability. If you are looking for work you will LOVE, read on! THE ROLE As a Full-Time Recreation Therapist in La Crosse, you will support individuals with disabilities in our adult day services program. No two days will ever look the same in this position, if you are looking for a fun position where you can make a difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION $18.16-19.44/hr Full-Time - 40/hours a week Flexible Scheduling Monday through Friday daytime hours with shifts between 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m, with 1 or 2 Saturdays per year. As a Recreation Therapist in our La Crosse Adult Day Services program, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to enhance and enrich the quality of services provided to participants. In both on-site and community-based settings, you will evaluate and adapt programming to ensure meaningful engagement and optimal outcomes. You will design and implement therapeutic recreation activities that support individualized goals related to social skills, activities of daily living, dexterity, and mobility. In this role, you will empower adults with disabilities to build new skills, increase independence, and participate in health-promoting leisure experiences. Additionally, you will maintain a small caseload of participants, track progress, communicate successes with the team, and proactively identify and remove barriers to participation and growth. As a valued member or our leadership team for Day Services, you are a role model and mentor for our Day Service Associates and assist them in maintaining high-performance standards and quality service. No matter how busy your day gets, you feel a strong connection to the purpose of your work and the individuals you serve. At Aptiv we value collaboration and teamwork. We strive for your personal development and learning. As a non-profit organization, we are always pushing to do better than the day before through collaborative thinking, goal-setting, encouragement, and innovation. We do it better, together and that's why we place such a high emphasis on the importance and value of our employees. We truly care about our employees’ health, well-being, and safety. We promote a positive work-life balance and a flexible work environment. Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and open communication. Qualifications Professional Growth: We provide opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement within the organization. Inclusive Culture: We embrace diversity and believe in creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees. Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation
Certification through the National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification within six months of hire
Experience working with people with disabilities
Access to reliable non-public transportation with required insurance coverage

Responsibilities

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to enhance and enrich the quality of services provided to participants.
Evaluate and adapt programming to ensure meaningful engagement and optimal outcomes in on-site and community-based settings.
Design and implement therapeutic recreation activities that support individualized goals related to social skills, activities of daily living, dexterity, and mobility.
Empower adults with disabilities to build new skills, increase independence, and participate in health-promoting leisure experiences.
Maintain a small caseload of participants, track progress, communicate successes with the team, and proactively identify and remove barriers to participation and growth.
Serve as a role model and mentor for Day Service Associates, assisting them in maintaining high-performance standards and quality service.