Therapeutic Specialist

Metropolitan Ministries; Seffner (FL); Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health vision dental

PTO days

401K match

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Training & development

YMCA discount

Zusammenfassung

Metropolitan Ministries, inc. in Florida seeks a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to support the CREATE program for homeless families. The role focuses on trauma-informed activities for school-age children, parent engagement, and multidisciplinary collaboration in an afterschool setting.

Schedule is typically 9:30 am–6:00 pm, Monday–Friday with occasional evening flexibility; a B.S. in a related field and 3 years’ experience are required, bilingual ability is preferred, and certifications are

Qualifikationen

• B.S. degree in therapeutic recreation, child/human/family development, or mental health field.
• Master’s degree in related field is desirable.
• Minimum of three years of experience in recreation therapy or related field for bachelor’s level candidates.
• Direct experience working with children and parents required.
• Bi-lingual preferred.
• National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) or Child Life Certification preferred.

Aufgaben

• Participates in CREATE therapeutic programming within the therapeutic afterschool environment serving homeless children and families in onsite housing programs.
• Designs and facilitates group activities as therapeutic interventions to support socioemotional growth.
• Assessments, intervention planning, implementation, and follow-up; promote parent-child engagement and collaboration.
• Collects data, tracks program outcomes, and ensures timely documentation.
• Collaborates with community partners and staff to provide comprehensive intervention programs.

Jobbeschreibung

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.


• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.


• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

Job Type

Full-time

About Us

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.


• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.


• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer

• Salary: $43,888


• Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.


• Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.


• PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.


• 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.


• Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.


• $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.


• Employee Assistance Program


• Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.


• Tuition reimbursement program


• Training and career development.


• Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions

Participates in CREATE therapeutic programming within the therapeutic afterschool environment serving homeless children and families in our onsite housing programs. Therapeutic Specialists may come from a variety of disciplines, including mental health, recreational therapy, and child life. The Therapeutic Specialist will work as part of a team to design and facilitate group activities as therapeutic interventions, which impact socioemotional growth and development for children participating in the CREATE program. This position is intended to focus on the therapeutic needs of students in the school age programs using all forms of therapeutic recreation. Tasks include assessment, intervention planning, intervention implementation, and follow-up as well as promoting parent-child/family engagement and multidisciplinary collaboration. General schedule is from 9:30 am-6:00 pm Monday through Friday, with occasional evening flexibility 11:30 am-8:00 pm to meet program and family needs. Collect ongoing data and track program outcomes and success.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assess students’ needs through observations, school and medical records, tests, and consulting with other professionals, teachers, families, and students.


• Create treatment plans and programs that meet students’ needs and interests using a Trauma-Informed Care approach.


• Plan and implement interventions to mitigate the effects of trauma.


• Complete assessments and documentation in timely manner including but not limited to Biopsychosocial, progress notes and summary of service notes.


• Gather and analyze data to ensure accuracy.


• Use evidence-based models such as Conscious Discipline, CBT and Motivational Interviewing.


• Develop and implement therapeutic goals and intervention for a case load of 2-3 children.


• Facilitate therapeutic group lessons weekly.


• Engage students in therapeutic activities using a variety of modalities, including arts and crafts, drama, music, dance, sports, games, and field trips.


• Facilitate opportunities for students to learn healthy ways express and manage emotions.


• Facilitate opportunities for students to learn about healthy ways to cope with anxiety, stressors, and depression.


• Facilitate opportunities for students learn social skills and interpersonal skills to increase communication skills and build self-confidence.


• Record and analyze a student’s progress.


• Evaluate interventions for effectiveness.


• Provide training and support to staff teams and to parents to increase effectiveness of interventions.


• Collect and report ongoing data.


• Collaborate with community partners and other disciplines to provide intervention programs.


• Work collaboratively with staff to implement social emotional (PATHS and Second Steps) curriculums within peer groups.


• Design, plan, and facilitate opportunities to increase parent involvement for families.


• Participate in regular team meetings to develop plans for students and monitor progress.


• Complete training / in-service requirements for Childcare Licensing.


• Keep confidential records according to the Ethical Boundaries for Those That Serve. Maintain professional boundaries.


• Demonstrate flexibility in work schedule to ensure that client/program needs are being met.


• Participate in Metropolitan Ministries’ holiday efforts, Bridge Builders and other fund-raising events when needed. Provide tours of the facilities and speak on behalf of Metropolitan Ministries as needed.


• Support the team and supervisor in other tasks as assigned.


• Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of the team and organizational targets/goals as stated in the annual plan.

Requirements

Education and Experience

A minimum of a B.S. degree in therapeutic recreation, child/human/family development (with child life concentration or minor), or mental health field. Master’s degree in related field is desirable. Minimum of three years of experience in the fields of recreation therapy or related field for bachelor’s level candidates. Direct experience working with children and parents required. Bi-lingual preferred. National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) or Child Life Certification preferred.

Skill Requirements

Must be able to work effectively with children and parents, representing, and communicating their status and progress to small groups and professionals within a network comprised of the Hillsborough County School District, Metropolitan Ministries’ service providers, and applicable and related medical social service providers in the surrounding community. Must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team framework; strong interpersonal and supervisory skills of children; strong oral and written communications skills; strong group leadership and facilitation skills; dependability; demonstrates maturity and sensitivity to cultural and individual differences in clients served; ability to handle job related matters in a professional, diplomatic, and confidential manner; willing to work with minimal supervision, yet be able to accept direction; well organized and detail oriented. Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Access, Word and Excel required. Requires heart for ministry and comfort working with poor and homeless families and individuals. Requires understanding of poverty, a high degree of maturity, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with low socio-economic and diverse populations facing crisis situations in a professional and diplomatic manner. Requires understanding of Social Determinants of Health, ACES, and Trauma-Informed Care approach. Knowledge of community resources available to homeless population. Must demonstrate maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity. Ability to work as part of a team within a multi-disciplinary framework.

Physical Requirements

Hearing and speaking ability, which allows for effective oral communication; physical and emotional stamina to effectively handle job related issues and stress.

Other

Must pass applicable pre-employment screening and demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must be available to work during normal school hours and for evening meetings as required. Must pass required background pre-employment screening. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to transport self and clients when necessary.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at [e-mail]

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Salary Description

$43,888