Recreation Specialist- Youth Residential

Devereux; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 3,046,000 - 4,240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan debt assistance

Continuing education assistance

Low-cost benefits

ASCEND Career Accelerator Program

Job summary

Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services (DPACS) in West Chester, PA is seeking a Recreation Specialist to design, create and implement recreational and social activities for children/adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs in residential programs. The role emphasizes creativity, structured activities and positive role modeling.

The position offers advancement opportunities, training in PBIS, ABA and related frameworks, and a competitive schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• At least three year’s experience working directly with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and behavior disorders providing recreational and leisure activities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with data collection/analyzing platforms (Radar, Pro-Filer) or similar.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and oversee social and recreational programs for students with autism, developmental and/or behavioral disabilities.
• Through established recreational procedures, track, record and implement effective recreational activities.
• Schedule use of gymnasium, pool and other recreational areas.
• Schedules, oversees and implements special events and activities, as well as monitors appropriate documentation and records.
• Maintains supplies and inventory for unit activities

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Radar

Pro-Filer

Job description

Do you have experience working directly with children or adolescents with intellectual or behavioral disorders? Are you organized and enjoy planning events and activities?

If you answered YES to those questions, considering joining Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health.

As a Recreation Specialist you will work with other professionals and team members to provide excellent quality of care and treatment to children & adolescents in our care.

What You Will Be Offered

• Consistent schedule of 12p-8p on school days and on school break will change to 9a-5p. Must work 2 weekend shifts a month.
• Ability to be creative (we encourage it!)
• Specialized training opportunities including PBIS, ABA, TIC, Safe and Positive Approaches, DBT and IEP.
• Opportunities to teach youth valuable life skills and be a positive role model.
• Quality Low-Cost Benefits, student loan debt assistance and 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period.
• ASCEND- Career Accelerator Program (we'll pay back your student loans or pay for your continued education!!!)
• New rates of $22.11 - $25.20 an hour for no recreation certification and $27.00- $30.78 with therapeutic recreation certification

Some Of Your Daily Responsibilities Include

• Plan, implement and oversee social and recreational programs for students with autism, developmental and/or behavioral disabilities.
• Through established recreational procedures, track, record and implement effective recreational activities.
• Schedule use of gymnasium, pool and other recreational areas.
• Schedules, oversees and implements special events and activities, as well as monitors appropriate documentation and records (IE: Special Olympics, Fall Festival, Summer Picnic, etc.)
• Maintains supplies and inventory for unit activities

We are currently seeking an Activities Coordinator to design, create and implement recreational and social activities and programs for children/adolescents with intellectual & developmental disabilities/autism diagnosis and behavioral health needs, residing in our residential programs located in West Chester, PA. This is a fun job where you can be creative and impact the lives of those around you!

Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services (DPACS)

center serves children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges and disorders. Located in West Chester and Malvern Pennsylvania, services provided include psychiatric residential treatment (PRTF), acute inpatient psychiatric hospital (AIP), assessment services, community-based mental health services, community-based employment training and social skills training, and approved private school educational services to male and female children and adolescents (6-21 years of age) with diagnoses of intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, concomitant psychiatric and behavioral challenges often associated with experiencing some level of trauma in their lives. A primary focus throughout the program is the philosophy of Program-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PW-PBIS), a program-wide system of care that promotes and rewards positive behaviors, and prevents negative behaviors, to create safe, supportive living environments. Each year, more than 1,000 children and adolescents receive specialized care, in the environment best suited to the unique challenges they face, all with the goal of providing each child with the academic, social, emotional and life skills needed to flourish in their home community.

Qualifications

EDUCATION : Bachelor's degree in related field prefered.

EXPERIENCE : At least three year’s experience working directly with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and behavior disorders providing recreational and leisure activities. Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft Office Applications, experience with data collection/analyzing platforms (Radar, Pro-Filer, and/or other internal and external software applications pertinent to the position). Strong organizational skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Requires ability to work independently, prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines. Valid driver's license must be maintained.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Mission

Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE