Recreation Specialist

Responsible for assessing the needs and planning and implementation of individualized therapeutic recreation interventions in home and in the community, to improve the functioning of individuals who have a wide variety of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, behavioral, developmental or age-related needs. Principal Duties and **Assess each individual, initially and annually, to determine strengths, needs, preferences of each person. Create and develop a RT support plan based on clinical/medical records, observation and discussions with person, family and program staff, to highlight medical relevance, outcomes, goals and person-specific interventions to be used. Implement interventions, based on person's interests and preferences, in a 1:1, small/large group, community-based setting, including any/all adaptations and modifications needed for success. Evaluate the person's progress toward RT goals. Completes all clinical documentation including assessments, quarterly reviews and progress notes. Documentation to ** person's progress toward goals including but not limited ***** the purpose of the intervention, the person's participation, response and other pertinent information, within compliance of all relevant regulation and policies. Works with program staff to develop and implement a monthly recreation calendar inclusive of meaningful home and community-based interventions based on individual preferences and abilities. Participation in ISP meetings and other agency meetings as assigned. Provide staff training, regularly, on the delivery/effectiveness of individualized activities at program staff meetings and as needed. Participates in the person centered planning process and works toward targeted goals to achieve a high level of individuals' satisfaction and results. Other Job FunctionsCommunicates clearly the philosophy, goals and purpose of Recreational Therapy. Works to promote a positive, professional image of recreational therapy inside and outside of agency. Collaborate and assist team members as needed. Minimum Qualifications **2-4-year degree in Recreational Therapy/Therapeutic Recreation Minimum of one (1) year working with individuals having intellectual disabilities. Knowledge of high intensity behavioral supports a must. Must have a valid driver's license. Preferred *Equivalent of one (1) year experience facilitating therapeutic recreational activities. Physical *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. Working *Indoor and Outdoor program site and various community locations. Supervision ****None.

Created: 2025-05-09