Therapeutic Recreation Leader: Empowerment & Inclusion

City of San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 38,573,000; Part time

Job summary

City of San Diego seeks a part-time Therapeutic Recreation Leader to plan and guide activities for children and adults with disabilities, including physical and social events. You will assist participants with daily needs during programs and help train interns and volunteers.

Expect to lift up to 50 pounds and maintain equipment and records. The role requires 300 hours of recreation leadership with 200 hours with disabilities, a required First Aid/CPR certification within one year, and a valid

Qualifications

• 300 hours of paid or unpaid recreation leadership experience, including 200 hours with persons with disabilities.
• First Aid and CPR certificates from American Red Cross required within one year of hire.
• Valid California Class C Driver License at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, conduct, and evaluate recreation and leisure activities for participants.
• Work with participants on daily living activities during program attendance.
• Assist in training interns, volunteers, and coworkers; complete reports and paperwork.

Skills

Recreation leadership

Disabilities experience

Interpersonal skills

Public service mindset

Education

College coursework in recreation management

College coursework in recreation therapy/psychology

Job description

City of San Diego seeks a part-time Therapeutic Recreation Leader to plan and guide activities for children and adults with disabilities, including physical and social events. You will assist participants with daily needs during programs and help train interns and volunteers.

Expect to lift up to 50 pounds and maintain equipment and records. The role requires 300 hours of recreation leadership with 200 hours with disabilities, a required First Aid/CPR certification within one year, and a valid