THERAPY AIDE II - 67012068 - SUNLAND - CENTRALIZED SUPPORT SERVICES

State of Florida • Marianna, FL

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About The Position

Assist in planning, coordinating and implementing recreation/leisure activities for the people living at the Center.  This includes having the ability to work in a variety of leisure settings such as arts and crafts, equestrian, aquatics, physical exercise, Special Olympics and other recreation activities on Center.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• At least one year of experience coordinating and implementing recreational activities.
• Experience with the Special Olympics of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and implement recreation/leisure outings, field trips and special events to ensure appropriate use of community resource facilities.
• Provide training to individuals/athletes for Special Olympic competitions, i.e., track and field, bowling, cycling, bocce, equestrian, softball, basketball, golf and volleyball.
• Collect, tabulate and prepare data for cost accounting reports/ time studies.
• Maintain records of progress/participation in rehabilitative therapy activities, ensuring documentation of training sessions for the purpose of tracking progress.
• Prepare and clean activity area.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees