Therapeutic Recreation Intern - Flexible Schedule

South Suburban Special Recreation Association; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Learn new skills

Share your talents

Paid leave for all workers

Job summary

South Suburban Special Recreation Association in Tinley Park, IL offers a part-time internship in Therapeutic Recreation, focusing on supervising and evaluating weekly programs for individuals with disabilities. You will assist in program inclusion, help select season offerings, and engage participants in planning while supporting staff and volunteers.

The role provides hands-on experience, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to contribute to fundraising and public relations activities within

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associates degree, Bachelor's degree preferred in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
• Related experience will be considered.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, plan and evaluate weekly programs, day camps, and events as assigned by the Intern Supervisor.
• Assist with inclusion process and inclusions.
• Assist in selection of programs for each season.
• Involve participants in program planning and respond to requests from participants and parents.
• Assist in orientations and training of seasonal staff and volunteers.
• Prepare budget estimates and routine/special reports for the Superintendent.
• Prepare program information for flyers, brochures, and news releases.
• Participate in agency fundraising events and public relations activities.

Skills

Program planning

Supervision

Communication skills

Internship completion

Education

Associates degree

Bachelors degree preferred

2 year degree

Job description

South Suburban Special Recreation Association in Tinley Park, IL offers a part-time internship in Therapeutic Recreation, focusing on supervising and evaluating weekly programs for individuals with disabilities. You will assist in program inclusion, help select season offerings, and engage participants in planning while supporting staff and volunteers.

The role provides hands-on experience, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to contribute to fundraising and public relations activities within