Recreation Specialist

CRi - Community Residences, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

403(b) retirement fund

Life insurance

Dental

Vision

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CRi - Community Residences, Inc. in Northern VA is seeking a Recreation Specialist to assess needs and plan/implement individualized therapeutic recreation interventions in home and community settings.

The role focuses on improving functioning for individuals with physical, cognitive, social, emotional, behavioral, developmental, or age-related needs. The position requires a 2-4 year degree in Recreation Therapy/Therapeutic Recreation, at least one year with intellectual disabilities, knowledge

Qualifications

• 2-4 year degree in Recreation Therapy/Therapeutic Recreation.
• Minimum of one (1) year working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Knowledge of high intensity behavioral supports A MUST.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• A Firm understanding of the APIED process and the ability to meet deadlines in timely manner.
• Ability to effectively communicate with non-verbal individuals.
• Detail oriented, highly organized, and demonstrates exceptional time management skills.
• Ability to think outside of the box, resourceful, and can work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assessing the needs and planning and implementation of individualized therapeutic recreation interventions in home and in the community, to improve functioning of individuals with diverse needs.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Independence

Non-verbal communication

Education

2-4 year degree in Recreation Therapy/Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Brief Description

Here’s what you get when you’re part of the CRi team

• PAID training—you get paid from day 1
• Paid time off

Brief Description

Here’s what you get when you’re part of the CRi team

• PAID training—you get paid from day 1
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Insurance

• Health insurance options
• 403(b) retirement fund
• Life insurance
• Dental
• Vision

Employee Assistance Program

• Is a free resource to help you
• There is someone 24/7 ready to listen to you and share resources
• Can connect you with resources you may not know about

What is a Recreation Specialist?

Recreation Specialist is responsible for assessing the needs and planning and implementation of individualized therapeutic recreation interventions in home and in the community, to improve the functioning of individuals who have a wide variety of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, behavioral, developmental or age-related needs.

Available Schedule

Location: Northern VA, Various Locations

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 11am to 7pm shift, One Weekend/Month (40hrs/wk Full Time)

Compensation: $19.33/hr

Requirements

Qualified Candidates Must have:

• 2-4 year degree in Recreation Therapy/Therapeutic Recreation.
• Minimum of one (1) year working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Knowledge of high intensity behavioral supports A MUST.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• A Firm understanding of the APIED process and the ability to meet deadlines in timely manner.
• Ability to effectively communicate with non-verbal individuals.
• Detail oriented, highly organized, and demonstrates exceptional time management skills.
• Ability to think outside of the box, resourceful, and can work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Equivalent to one (1) year experience facilitating therapeutic recreational activities.

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, stand, stoop and push a wheelchair.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds repetitively.
• Ability to implement strategic physical intervention techniques that require rapid physical movement.

Working Environment

Indoor and Outdoor program site and various community locations.

CRi offers company-paid benefits including health insurance options, 403(b) retirement fund and life insurance for benefits-eligible employees.

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