THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMMER

Town of Summerville•Summerville, SC

2d•$45,000 - $51,000•Onsite

About The Position

Develops, implements, and supervises inclusive special needs programs and events for children and adults with a variety of disabilities. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Parks & Recreation Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, special education, or closely related field
Minimum of one (1) year working with special populations
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must be computer literate, skilled with Microsoft Office products and possess the ability to learn software used by the Town.
Must possess a valid SC driver’s license.
Ability to regularly attend work and arrive punctually for designated work schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP)
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

Responsibilities

Oversees, develops, and implements special population programs and events by conducting community surveys; planning activities; reserving facility space; managing program and activity schedules; ordering supplies; evaluating programs; preparing activity and attendance reports.
Schedules and supervises part-time employees and volunteers as necessary.
Interacts and collaborates with a variety of groups and individuals including Town staff, community groups, volunteers, outside agencies/organizations, and the general public regarding recreation programs, activities, and events providing excellent customer service.
Coordinates with Town departments and officials to effectively communicate information about Town programs, activities, and events while providing excellent customer service.
Participates in special projects and assignments by assisting Town employees in ADA training, creating procedures and guidelines, or similar tasks.
Creates marketing materials including flyers, brochures and social media graphics to promote programs, activities, and events.
Makes purchases for programs, events and activities. Tracks expenditures and prepares records and reports.
Assists participants as needed with physical needs - ambulating, toileting - and with program related activities.
Ensures the safety of all programs, activity and event participants and providers by following Town and department policies and procedures and monitoring participation.
Responds to telephone and electronic inquiries regarding programs, activities, and events in a timely manner.
Solicits funds through grants, fundraising, foundations and private organizations to expand various programs.
Operates a personal computer and other general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, or other system software.
Assists Marketing and Events Manager as needed with special events.
Assists other programmers with programs and camps as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.