Senior Recreation & Wellness Specialist

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% premium pay

ORCA transit card

On-site work with premium pay

Job summary

Fircrest Residential Habilitation Center in Shoreline, WA is seeking a Recreation & Athletic Specialist 3 to design and guide activities that enrich residents' daily lives, from sports and arts to social events and community outings. The role requires adaptability, a caring approach, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

The shift is Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 AM–7:30 PM. King County premium pay and ORCA transit card benefits may apply; on-site work is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in recreation, therapeutic recreation, music/drama or physical education OR a psychology/sociology/education degree with a recreation/minor.
• Two years of paid professional recreation experience
• One year of experience as a WA State Recreation Athletic Specialist 2

Responsibilities

• Develop a schedule of recreational activities reflecting residents' interests, abilities and goals.
• Create individualized recreation and treatment plans promoting wellbeing, skill-building and social connection.
• Coordinate on- and off-campus activities, outings and events, including concerts and community trips.
• Work directly in recreation skill areas such as sports, arts, drama, music and social activities.
• Collaborate with Attendant Counselor Managers and interdisciplinary teams to design and implement programs.
• Prepare reports and maintain documentation, including recreation therapy assessments and progress notes.
• Organize and distribute recreation materials and equipment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation or Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Fircrest Residential Habilitation Center in Shoreline, WA is seeking a Recreation & Athletic Specialist 3 to design and guide activities that enrich residents' daily lives, from sports and arts to social events and community outings. The role requires adaptability, a caring approach, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

The shift is Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 AM–7:30 PM. King County premium pay and ORCA transit card benefits may apply; on-site work is required.