Therapeutic Recreation Counselor

About the role

The City of Hampton’s Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department seeks a Therapeutic Recreational Counselor to support participants with disabilities in various recreational programs. This role involves assisting with activities as needed and as directed by program leaders and supervisors, ensuring all participants can engage, enjoy, and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities as needed and as directed by program leaders and supervisors.
• Ensure all participants can engage, enjoy, and thrive in recreational programs.
• Support individuals with disabilities in a variety of recreational settings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, preferably supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to the completion of three years of coursework at an accredited college or university majoring in therapeutic recreation, recreation, or a related field of study.
• One (1) year of experience working with individuals with disabilities in a recreational, day care, or camp setting or closely related experience.
• Must obtain Basic First Aid and CPR certifications within 90 days of hire.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a Child Protective Services Check and background checks related to this position.
• Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Requires shift work to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

Qualifications

• Completed 3-4 years of college coursework in therapeutic recreation, recreation, or a related field.
• Years of experience working with individuals with disabilities in a recreational, day care, or camp setting:
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • 1-2 years of experience
  • 3-4 years of experience
  • 5 or more years of experience
• Possesses current American Red Cross Basic First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Understands the physical demands of the position and is willing to complete pre-employment testing for controlled substances.
• Understands the position is non-exempt.

Skills

• Effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical condition suitable for physically demanding tasks.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - confidential counseling service for employees and their immediate family.
• Savings bonds available to the City's workforce.
• Covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.

Pay

$16.00 - $17.60 Hourly

Schedule

Continuous