Therapeutic Recreation Intern
About The Position
The Therapeutic Recreation Intern works under the supervision of the department’s Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), assisting with professional and administrative work to plan, develop, organize, schedule, direct, and implement accessible and inclusive recreational, social, and cultural programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. The intern gains experience across all areas of the division. The internship complies with NCTRC guidelines. The internship is scheduled from May or June through August, depending on the university calendar. It offers a stipend of $19 per hour for scheduled program hours and time spent working directly with participants. Administrative time outside scheduled program hours is not compensated.
Requirements
- Valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
- Be a student at an accredited college or university studying Therapeutic Recreation and planning to become a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
- Reliable transportation.
- Strong leadership skills; compassionate, flexible, creative, and responsible.
Responsibilities
- Conduct intake assessments.
- Create individualized inclusion plans.
- Provide leadership in adaptive and inclusive programs.
- Provide direct service to individuals with disabilities.
- Support the operations and initiatives of the Therapeutic Recreation division.
- Complete a special project.
- Assist with planning, developing, organizing, scheduling, directing, and implementing accessible and inclusive recreational, social, and cultural programs and services.
Benefits
- Stipend of $19 per hour for scheduled program hours and time spent working directly with participants.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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