Therapeutic Recreation Assistant - North/West (Park and Recreation [PKR] Dept., Unclassified Position)

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant to implement programs for individuals with mental and physical disabilities, including fitness, art, drama, and adapted aquatic classes, to meet diverse needs.

In this role you will assist with fitness assessments, coordinate youth and adult arts, plan events, supervise aquatic activities, and provide excellent customer service while promoting safe, engaging leisure programs for the community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year recreation experience preferred; experience with disabilities.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physical fitness programs by conducting assessments and determining weights.
• Coordinate and lead arts and drama programs for youth and adults.
• Organize and conduct special events to provide diverse programs.
• Conduct adapted aquatic classes and assess participants' capabilities.
• Provide information about programs and offer excellent customer service.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the program area.
• Perform any other tasks as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Relationship building

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Job Summary

Implements specific programs for persons with mental and physically disabling conditions by conducting fitness, art,drama, and/or adapted aquatic classes to meet the diverse and special needs of this population.

Overview

Job Description

The Therapeutic Recreation Assistant assists in the implementation of specific programs for persons with mental and physically disabling conditions by conducting fitness, art, drama, or adapted aquatic classes to meet the diverse and special needs of this population.

Essential Functions

1. Assists with physical fitness programs for adults and youth by conducting physical assessments and determining weight lifting capabilities to help improve gross motor movements.
2. Coordinates and leads youth and adult arts and drama programs to provide quality leisure activities for both age groups.
3. Assists with organizing and conducting special events for youth and adults to ensure a variety of programs are provided to all patrons of Bachman Therapeutic Center facility.
4. Conducts adapted aquatic classes for persons with disabling conditions by assessing each participant's capabilities and applying special techniques and safety measures to help exercise and maintain their muscle condition.
5. Provides information to participants, and the public regarding the various functions of the therapeutic center including the variety of programs and classes offered for the benefit of the community; offers excellent customer service and direction.
6. Cleans and maintains program area of responsibility to ensure safety for patrons and staff.
7. Performs any and all other tasks as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma, GED

Experience

1 year working in recreation activities and programs preferred. Experience working with disabilities.

Licenses and Certifications

CPR/First Aid

• Minimum Qualification Notation: All qualifying information outlined in the minimum qualifications section: including education, experiences, and licenses/certifications MUST be included in the respective sections of the application (not simply the attachments - for example: resumes or cover letters) to be considered for this position.

Knowledge And Skills

1. Basic knowledge of impaired populations and functioning characteristics.
2. Basic knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles and techniques.
3. Knowledge of first aid principles and practices and lifeguarding certifications if working with aquatics classes.
4. Ability to enforce recreation, program, and sporting regulations.
5. Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
6. Knowledge of strong customer service principles and practices.
7. Communicating effectively orally and in writing.

Salary Range

$21.50 - $22.91

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend on qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.