CTRS Internship Summer 2027

Lincolnway Special Recreation Association; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincolnway Special Recreation Association in New Lenox, IL invites an enthusiastic intern to help organize and implement recreation programs, with supervision guiding activities and participant interaction.

You will assist office staff, lead assigned programs, maintain records, dispense medication logs, and support accommodations for participants; a valid Illinois driver's license is required to drive agency vehicles, and work includes evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Pursuing continuing education in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation, or related field.
• Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate leadership skills.
• Experience in Therapeutic Recreation setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead recreation programs for LWSRA.
• Delivers quality customer service to participants and guardians.
• Maintains attendance records, participant records, and important reports.
• Dispenses medication and completes medication logs as needed.
• Provides guidance to part-time aides and volunteers during programs.
• Assists with special accommodations for participants including diaper and toileting needs.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Program planning

Education

Therapeutic Recreation or related field (pursuing)

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Lincolnway Special Recreation Association - New Lenox, IL 60451, Position Type: Internship, Salary Range: $16.00 - $18.00 Hourly

The Intern is responsible for the organization and implementation of programs and may assist the office staff in the planning of programs and other office tasks. With supervision, the Intern leads assigned programs and monitors participants.

Essential Job Functions

• Plan, organize, and lead recreation programs for LWSRA.
• Delivers quality customer service to participants and guardians.
• Maintains attendance records, participants records, completes accident/incident reports, completes behavior reports, and other important reports as needed.
• Dispenses medication and completes medication logs as needed.
• Provides guidance to part-time aides and volunteers during programs.
• Completes credit card requests and receipt submission in a timely manner.
• Drives LWSRA vehicles, only if older than 21 years of age.
• Prepare and gather materials for program set up and assist in program clean up.
• Assist with special accommodations for participants including but not limited to: diaper and toileting needs, feeding and g-tube management.
• Assists in the development of seasonal brochures.
• Researches and creates new program ideas, procedures, and goals.
• Attend required LWSRA staff meetings, seminars, and workshops.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Continuing education in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation, or a related field preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and demonstrate leadership skills.
• Experience in Therapeutic Recreation setting preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $16-18 when working directly with participants
• 40 hours a week

Working Conditions

• Immediate Supervisor: Manager of Inclusion, or Superintendent of Recreation
• Hours of work: 40 hours a week, non-exempt position, will result in overtime if over 40 hours. Week night and weekend hours are a must.
• Safety Responsibilities: Oversee the safety of programs by following policies and procedures. Promptly send in all accident and incident reports in a timely manner to your direct supervisor.
• Environmental Considerations: May be required to work outdoors during various weather conditions, including hot or cold temperatures.
• Special conditions or requirements: Must have a current Illinois Driver’s License and be able to drive agency vehicles.
• Focus Area: N/A

Evaluation and Review

• Performance Evaluation completed by the Manager of Inclusion or Superintendent of Recreation at half way mark and the end of the internship.
• Attend trainings and conferences to further education.