Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
About The Position
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation’s Therapeutic and Inclusive Recreation Services is excited add a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to the team! This position will be responsible for providing community-based, goal oriented, and objective-driven recreation and leisure programs for individuals with disabilities. The incumbent will also perform individual client assessments and evaluate and assess community programming needs. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for implementing behavior management strategies to ensure a successful environment for all participants. The selected candidate must currently have credentials that include Licensed Recreational Therapist (North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure) and Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (National Council for Therapeutic Recreation) certification. This full-time position will be based at Tyvola Senior Center and will work a varying schedule including weekdays, evenings and weekends based on business needs. By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!
Requirements
- Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges
- Requires current certification as a CTRS through NCTRC and current licensure as a LRT through NCBRTL. If not a current resident of NC, must have the ability to obtain licensure as an LRT within 45 calendar days of hire
- First Aid/CPR
- Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
- Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, or related field
- No experience required
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in Therapeutic Recreation/Recreation Therapy
- Experience performing Therapeutic Recreation assessments
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate therapeutic recreation programs
- Develop, monitor, and evaluate participant progress in therapeutic recreation programs
- Plan and conduct workshops regarding therapeutic recreation programs for organizations, agencies, and support groups
- Coordinate inventory and requisitions supplies, and maintenance of equipment as needed
- Plan, implement, evaluate, and participate in leisure activities
- Market programs and inclusive services to disability specific organizations, agencies, and support groups within the community
- Supervise volunteers, interns, and temporary staff
- Respond to emergency situations as needed
- Develop and implement revenue streams for programs
- Train, supervise, and evaluate Therapeutic Recreation Intern staff in accordance with regulations and guidelines established by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC)
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- short term disability
- long term disability
- accident
- cancer
- critical illness
- medical bridge and pet insurance
- dependent care
- healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts
- health savings account
- paid holiday, vacation and sick days
- near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses
- an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more
- an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling
- access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities
- paid family leave
- tuition reimbursement
- a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
