Therapeutic Recreation Internship Program

Overview

This unpaid internship is designed for students pursuing a degree in Therapeutic Recreation who intend to meet academic fieldwork requirements as outlined by The National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).

Supervision and Mentorship

• Supervised by a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
• Weekly supervision meetings and progress evaluations
• Opportunities to shadow professionals in behavior therapy, outdoor recreation, and life coaching

Intern Responsibilities

• Plan and implement therapeutic recreation interventions and activities
• Maintain documentation (activity reports, progress notes, incident reports)
• Communicate with participants and interdisciplinary staff
• Attend staff meetings, training, and reflection sessions
• Participate in data collection and program evaluation where applicable
• Complete all academic assignments and requirements