Recreational Coordinator

About the Role

Responsible for the management and implementation of an agency-wide therapeutic recreation program that meets the needs of Vanderheyden individuals and their families.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement a program that provides an environment to carry out individuals’ roles in the overall treatment program and therapeutic interactions through experiential methods of learning recreation.
• Communicate regularly with Clinical, Education, and Residential teams through meetings and documentation of individuals served.
• Manage the proper budgeting, distribution, and documentation of the Recreation Budget.
• Coordinate all documentation relating to Recreation Activities including Assessments, Progress Notes, Attendance Sheets, Program Activity Sheets, and Comprehensive Treatment Plan Narratives.
• Act as liaison between Residential and the community to coordinate activities and special events for individuals in and out of the community.
• Act as liaison with community recreational activities for the agency.
• Maintain all recreation equipment and areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education, or other related degree.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the recreation field preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Ability to complete all training, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and perform a physical restraint.

Skills & Working Conditions

• Available to work evenings and/or weekends.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Willingness to respond to the needs of a culturally diverse population.
• Ability to deal positively with changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Display a positive, professional, and proactive attitude to accomplish quality work that aligns with the agency’s mission statement.
• Seek opinions and alternative viewpoints in decision-making.
• Understand and respect the expertise and experience of others, appreciating different views and perspectives.
• Exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor with internal and external constituents.

Pay

$25–$28 an hour