Therapeutic Activities Worker

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cambria County, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to help inspire students to build skills that will support their success in daily life and future careers? Apply to be a Therapeutic Activities Worker at the Hiram G. Andrews Center. As part of the Department of Labor & Industry, Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, we deliver supportive services to prepare Pennsylvanians with disabilities for competitive employment. This mission-critical role provides evening programming that promotes student engagement, positive campus culture, and meaningful participation needed to support our students’ growth. Be part of a team where your work truly makes a difference!

Requirements

• Four years of experience providing therapeutic activities for individuals with physical, medical, or cognitive disabilities; or A bachelor’s degree with major coursework in therapeutic recreation; physical education; vocational rehabilitation; vocational education or counseling; art, music, dance, or occupational therapies; or a related human services field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, evaluate, and participate in on-campus events, field trips, and outside activities for students to learn from and enjoy
• Teach social skills to students through activities, group sessions, individual guidance, and community-based experiences
• Provide activities and opportunities that help students practice and improve skills for work, community life, and independent living
• Research, develop, and adapt techniques, activities, and events to match students’ needs
• Maintain required records, coordinate schedules, and ensure necessary supplies and equipment are available for program success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level