Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

About the role

The Town of Castle Rock’s future and quality of life depend on the choices we make today. Join a team that values teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication, strives for exceptional public service, and encourages creativity and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Directs a variety of recreational programs for individuals with developmental/intellectual and/or physical disabilities.
• Creates, implements, and adapts program plans that encompass diverse, age-appropriate activities and domains.
• Directs, supports, trains, and evaluates seasonal staff and volunteers using the Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation (APIE) process and program standards.
• Ensures safety practices are followed; administers First Aid and performs CPR if necessary.
• Demonstrates appropriate behavioral management techniques focusing on respect, safety, and dignity.
• Completes documentation and forms related to programs, participants, and staff/volunteers.
• Communicates with parents/guardians and caregivers regarding participants and program details.
• Provides transportation for participants by driving a van and performs safety checks of vehicles.
• Sets up, cleans, and organizes program areas and supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• At least one (1) year of experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications required; ability to attain within 30 days of hire if not already certified.
• Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check prior to commencing employment.

Skills

• Skill in directing and instructing others.
• Strong written and oral communication for clarity and effective expression.
• Ability to perform CPR and First Aid.
• Ability to respond to parent/guardian and participant concerns with tact and courtesy.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, partners, participants, caregivers, parents/guardians, and volunteers.
• Skill in safely operating a multi-passenger vehicle.