Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Castle Rock, CO; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government is looking for a dedicated individual to direct recreational programs for people with disabilities. The role involves training staff, ensuring safety practices, and communicating with caregivers. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have prior experience with individuals with disabilities preferred. CPR and First Aid certifications are required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• At least one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications required or ability to attain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Direct recreational programs for individuals with disabilities.
• Implement and adapt program plans.
• Provide support and training to staff/volunteers.
• Administer First Aid and perform CPR.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding participants.
• Provides transportation for participants and conducts vehicle safety checks.
• Sets up, cleans, and organizes program areas and supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Skill in directing and instructing others

Skill in written and oral communications

Skill in performing CPR and First Aid

Ability to respond to concerns with tact

Ability to make independent decisions

Ability to establish working relationships

Skill in operating a multi-passenger vehicle

Job description

Town of Castle Rock Recreation Center
2301 Woodlands Boulevard
Castle Rock, CO 80104, USA

This posting will remain open continuously until filled.

The Town of Castle Rock ’s future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock’s identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation , and quality communication. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply.

Responsibilities

• Directs a variety of recreational programs for individuals with developmental/intellectual and/or physical disabilities.
• Creates, implements, and adapts program plans that encompass a diversity of activities and domains that are age-appropriate.
• Directs, provides support and training, and completes evaluations of seasonal staff and volunteers with regards to the Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation (APIE) process and program standards.
• Ensures safety practices are followed. Administers First Aid and performs CPR if necessary.
• Demonstrates appropriate behavioral management techniques that focus on principles of respect, safety, and dignity.
• Completes necessary documentation and forms related to programs, participants, and staff/volunteers.
• Communicates in person and via email with parents/guardians and caregivers regarding participants and program.
• Provides transportation for participants by driving a van. Performs safety checks of vehicles.
• Sets up, cleans, and organizes program areas and supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

• Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience: At least one (1) year experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Licenses and/or Certifications Required:
  • CPR and First Aid Certifications required; or ability to attain within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skill in directing and instructing others.
• Skill in both written and oral communications for effective expression and clarity.
• Skill in performing CPR and First Aid.
• Ability to respond to parent/guardian and participant concerns with considerable tact and courtesy.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with established Town and program policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, partners, participants, care givers, parents/guardians, and volunteers.
• Skill in safely operating a multi-passenger vehicle.

Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check prior to commencing employment.

The Town of Castle Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.