Recreation Specialist

About the role

Responsible for assessing the needs and planning and implementation of individualized therapeutic recreation interventions in the home and community to improve the functioning of individuals with physical, cognitive, social, emotional, behavioral, developmental, or age-related needs. Ensuring services are delivered in accordance with person-centered practices, individual rights, dignity, and applicable DBHDS, Medicaid, and ICF regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess each individual initially and annually to determine strengths, needs, interests, preferences, and functional abilities.
• Develop individualized Recreation Therapeutic (RT) Support Plans based on clinical records, observations, and collaboration with the individual, family, and interdisciplinary team.
• Implement evidence-informed therapeutic recreation interventions in one-to-one, small group, large group, home, and community settings, including necessary adaptations and modifications.
• Monitor and evaluate each individual’s progress toward therapeutic recreation goals and modify interventions based on behavioral, medical, and functional changes in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete all required clinical documentation, including assessments, quarterly reviews, progress notes, and outcome measurements in accordance with agency policy, Medicaid, DBHDS, and ICF regulatory requirements.
• Document the purpose of interventions, level of participation, individual response, progress toward goals, and other clinically relevant information in a timely manner.
• Work with program staff to develop and implement monthly recreation calendars that reflect meaningful, individualized home and community-based activities.
• Participate in Individual Support Plan (ISP) meetings, interdisciplinary meetings, and other agency meetings as assigned.
• Provide orientation and ongoing education to Direct Support Professionals regarding individualized therapeutic recreation interventions, adaptive equipment, and meaningful community engagement.
• Implement approved clinical policies, procedures, and therapeutic recreation standards in the delivery of services.
• Ensure the delivery of services protects and promotes each individual’s rights, dignity, preferences, choice, and person-centered outcomes.
• Communicate the philosophy, goals, and purpose of Therapeutic Recreation clearly to individuals, families, staff, and community partners.
• Promote a positive and professional image of Therapeutic Recreation throughout the agency and community.
• Serve as a collaborative liaison with families, interdisciplinary team members, and community recreation resources to promote meaningful participation and inclusion.
• Collaborate with team members and assist with departmental initiatives as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Works to promote a positive, professional image of recreational therapy inside and outside of agency.
• Collaborate and assist team members as needed.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications Required: Associate or bachelor’s degree (2–4 year) in Recreational Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation; Minimum of one (1) year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; Knowledge and experience providing high-intensity behavioral supports required; Strong clinical documentation, assessment, and person-centered planning skills; Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; Minimum of one (1) year working with individuals having intellectual disabilities.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Equivalent of one (1) year experience facilitating therapeutic recreational activities.

Skills

Ability to walk, stand, stoop and push a wheelchair; Ability to lift 70 pounds repetitively; Ability to implement strategic physical intervention techniques that require rapid physical movement.

Benefits

CRi offers company-paid benefits including health insurance options, 403(b) retirement fund and life insurance for benefits-eligible employees.

Pay

$21.52/hour

Schedule

M–F, 11am to 7pm, 1 weekend/month (40 hours/week)