Therapeutic Recreation Staff

City of Streamboat Strings•Steamboat Springs, CO

7d•$22 - $27

About The Position

When joining the City of Steamboat Springs, you can expect to work for an organization with: A team that strives to make this the best place you’ve ever worked! A focus on supporting our employees’ mental, physical, and financial well-being. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion that creates a welcoming city. A highly engaged workforce proudly serving our community with excellence and distinction. A passion for strategically providing outstanding municipal services. A promise to each other to support the work we all do for the city, community & Yampa Valley Uniqueness Fuels Our Innovative Spirit Our commitment to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experiences drives us forward every day. It's the collective sum of our experiences that makes Steamboat Springs and the Yampa Valley a powerful, insightful, and welcoming community. Put your talents and skills to work to contribute to our vibrant community! We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay, but being a part of our amazing team of people is even better. The Parks and Recreation Department is hiring Therapeutic Recreation Staff to join their team! GENERAL PURPOSE 1:1 aide for children with special needs for youth school year and summer licensed day care programs. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of the Recreation Coordinators and Recreation Supervisor SUPERVISION EXERCISED N/A

Requirements

Over the age of 16 required
Experience working with children
Must have a passion for working with children
Knowledge of recreation philosophy, planning and administration;
Knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in a comprehensive community recreation programs;
Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which may include running, swimming, hiking, lifting, team building initiatives, physical games, and creative programs;
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment;
Ability to work in a variety of climates, indoor and outdoor, and may include
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, participants, instructors, community leaders, and the general public;
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
General knowledge of State of Colorado licensing rules and regulation, Colorado Department of Health and the Environment rules and regulation.
Valid state driver's license if applicable
First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain
Must pass criminal CBI, FBI, Motor Vehicle, and Dept. of Human Services background check
Ability to obtain all certifications as required by the State of Colorado Dept. of Early Learning

Nice To Haves

Over the age of 18 recommended

Responsibilities

Works as a 1:1 aide working with children with special needs staff in seasonal programs, present during operations of scheduled program hours, including nights and weekends
Helps plan and execute daily activities in a safe, developmentally appropriate environment.
Help to enforce any and all rules and guidelines for programs while ensuring appropriate accommodations
Serve as liaison between program participants (i.e. venders/families) and Recreation Division.
Maintain the inventory and physical quality, cleanliness and safety of any program supplies, facilities, equipment, tools, food, and vehicles.
Effectively Communicate with staff for additional needs based on the child, parents, and plans in place
Maintain personal trainings and certifications as required by the state.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Attend staff meetings and trainings, divisional, departmental, and organizational
Assumes the responsibilities of a Group Leader or Director in his/her absence.