Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/norfolk/jobs/newprint/4545951) Apply  Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Salary $42,629.00 - $69,485.00 Annually Location Norfolk, VA Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 12095 Department Parks & Recreation Division Athletics Opening Date 12/11/2024 Closing Date 12/29/2024 11:00 AM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Description The City of Norfolk’s Department of Parks & Recreation is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to assist in providing inclusion services and training in all recreation centers. As well as program and implement therapeutic recreational activities to meet the needs of individuals with physical, mental, emotional, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. Norfolk's Department of Parks & Recreation is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents. Department Starting Salary: $42,629 Essential Functions Essential functions include but are not limited to: + Plans, coordinates, implements, supervises & evaluates therapeutic recreation programs for participants with varying disabilities. + Conducts intake assessments, completes weekly progress notes, and develops discharge summaries on therapeutic recreation program participants. + Develops, implements, and evaluates individual modifications for patrons who have barriers/challenges participating successfully in general recreation programs (ie. after school or camp settings). + Conducts/supervises program and facility assessments to assure that a barrier-free setting is established and assist staff in problem solving modification issues. + Provides training on inclusion, recreation programming, disabilities, policies & procedures, and team building activities for full and part time staff. + Provides varying levels of assistance such as resolving issues, addressing physical, social, and emotional needs and handling emergencies as needed. + Represents the department at community resource fairs. + Supervises 560-hr. internships. + Assists Senior Recreation Supervisor II with administrative duties as needed. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs. + Operates 15-passenger, wheelchair accessible van and transports participants to and from programs when necessary. Travels to other recreation centers when needed. + Monitors budget expenditures, assists with the budget preparation and makes recommendations by estimating materials and supplies required for programs and special projects, makes purchases, and maintains equipment and supplies. + Responds to patron inquiries regarding programs. + Attends FAPT (Family Assessment Planning Team) Meetings with Norfolk Department of Human Services as a resource for Therapeutic Recreation/Parks & Recreation + Operates a computer and a variety of software including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook). + Operates the facility in the absence of the supervisor. + This position requires the ability to problem solve, think independently, and work in a team environment. As well as, excellent inter-personal, communication, organizational and customer service skills and the ability to effectively interact with and contribute to the growth and development of diverse citizen groups. Education/Experience Work requires broad knowledge in a general profession or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent The preferred candidate will possess: + A Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation + Experience programming in a Therapeutic Recreation setting. + Extensive knowledge of Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion required. + Experience in providing Therapeutic Recreation programming for people with disabilities. + Experience in providing Inclusion/Modification Plans in a recreation setting. Additional Information & Requirements + Valid Driver's License may be required depending on assignment. + Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). + CPR/First Aid Certification. + AED Training within six months of employment. Work Location: 180 E Evans St, Norfolk, VA 23503, USA Work Hours: Monday to Sunday; 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.; not to exceed 40 hours per week; flexible hours will apply including weekends, holidays, and special events Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus for applications received on or after February 22, 2022. The signing bonus will be paid in two (2) increments: $2,500 upon completion of 60 days of employment, and $2,500 upon completion of your probationary period. To receive the signing bonus, you must be an active employee in good standing. + Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking. + Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization. + Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union. + Retirement If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction. If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction. + The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution. NOTE: The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type. Non-City Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions. 01 The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. + I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly. 02 Please select the highest level of education you have completed. + High School Diploma/GED + Some College + Technical/Vocational Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree + No education listed 03 Do you possess a bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field? + Yes + No 04 Do you have experience supervising subordinates and working in a team environment? + Yes + No 05 If yes, briefly describe your experience supervising a group of subordinates in a team environment. Include in your response the number of team members under your supervision. 06 Do you have a "current" Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist certification? + Yes + No 07 Do you have experience working with individuals with disabilities in a Therapeutic Recreation setting? + Yes + No 08 If yes, briefly describe your experience working with individuals with disabilities including ages and specific diagnoses that you have served, as well as the type of Therapeutic Recreation settings you have worked. 09 Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required) + I am not a Veteran + I am a Veteran + I am a Disabled Veteran 10 Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee? + Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee + Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee + No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee 11 If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title. If not, please indicate by typing "N/A." Required Question Agency City of Norfolk Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email