Recreation Therapy Specialist

Youth Villages • Bartlett, TN

135d • $50,000 - $57,000

About The Position

Youth Villages is a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30++ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy is required.
• CTRS certified is preferred, must be eligible.
• Experience working with at-risk youth is a major plus.
• Experience working with youth is required.
• Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates activities of recreation service personnel in a staff secured residential treatment facility for youth.
• Manages student council and volunteer activities for youth involved.
• Oversees the use of canoeing and high ropes courses equipment and resident participation on applicable campuses.
• Develops and promotes recreation program, including music, dance, arts and crafts, cultural arts, nature study, swimming, social recreation and games, or camping.
• Promotes life skills training through therapeutic activities.
• Adapts recreation programs to meet needs of residents of agency.
• Promotes and coordinates participation in clubs and organizations as may be helpful to the development of individual children.
• Works in team with administrative or other professional personnel to ensure that recreation is well balanced, coordinated, and integrated with special services.
• Ensures that relevant information is conveyed to treatment team members.
• Ensures that required notes and documentation are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintains recreation equipment and consults with appropriate staff for replacement of depleted equipment.
• Oversees initial recreational assessment upon intake (within 14 days).
• Introduces and trains new program activities, equipment, and materials to staff.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision.
• 401(k).
• 2 weeks paid vacation.
• 12 paid sick days per year.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable).
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision.
• Growth & development through continuous training.
• Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree