Therapeutic Recreation Support Professional

Achieve Ny•Norwich, NY

About The Position

The Therapeutic Recreation Support Professional plans, implements, and oversees the Recreation Respite Program, recreation activities, and other leisure services within agency programs. The role supports participants’ independent leisure pursuits and provides supervision and direct care. Activities are offered multiple times per week depending on the needs of each program. When the professional cannot facilitate an activity, they provide supplies and directions to direct support staff for implementation. The position is part-time, scheduled for 0–29 hours per week, and is located in Broome County, New York. The listed wage is $17.50–$19.25 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets the agency’s insurance carrier guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Some direct experience working with individuals who have functional differences.

Responsibilities

Plan, promote, implement, and facilitate scheduled and spontaneous recreation activities as assigned.
For Day Habilitation and Residential programs, research interactive activities, create calendars, prepare activities, provide supplies, and facilitate programming.
When unable to facilitate a program, provide supplies and directions to direct support staff so they can implement the activity.
Foster participants’ independent leisure pursuits by providing necessary tools and supplies.
Ensure recreation equipment and supplies are properly stored and maintained.
Assist with creating program calendars for recreation activities offered to participants.
Transport participants to recreation and leisure activities as needed.
Strive to meet the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) Standards of Practice.
Provide supervision and direct care to program participants.
Address and report incidents, accidents, violations, deficiencies, and observed or suspected situations that adversely affect the health and safety of individuals receiving services to the direct supervisor.