Therapeutic Recreation Program Leader Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ashevillenc/jobs/newprint/4536646) Apply Therapeutic Recreation Program Leader Salary$23.29 - $34.94 HourlyLocation Asheville, NCJob TypeFull TimeJob Number2024-01270DepartmentParks & RecreationDivisionRecreationOpening Date06/07/2024Closing Date7/5/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
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SummaryAbout our Opportunity:The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Therapeutic RecreationProgram Leader in the Parks and Recreation Department. This position engages in providingdirect therapeutic recreation programming to individuals with different abilities and developingpartnerships that support the community. The Program Leader is motivated and energetic andcan use their creativity to create programs and positive experiences.The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of theduties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or alogical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.What you’ll be doing:
Oversee youth and young adult programming, including on-site and off-site recreation
Provide organization, administrative assistance, and direct leadership
Assist in recreation center operations by opening and/or closing the facility
Develop, implement, and lead programs, activities, and special events
Develop partnerships with external organizations to enhance community programming
Participate in staff meetings to share program information
Perform administrative duties such as answering telephones, scheduling facility activities, providing information to the public on recreation programs, preparing and maintaining records on attendance and participation, and others as needed
Drive City vehicles for activity groups
Benefits:
Paid First Aid/CPR/AED training and certification
Staff uniform shirts are provided
Membership in State and National Parks & Recreation associations
Passionate co-workers
Great working environment, including department all-staff celebrations
Variety of the work
About you:What you Bring:
Motivation, enthusiasm, and passion for creating and implementing programs
Enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds
Interest in developing positive programs and experiences
Good communication skills
Fun!
We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements orhave comparable experience and/or education will be considered:Licensing & Certification
Valid Driver’s License.
Associate degree in Recreation Therapy or a related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in implementing therapeutic programs for special populations, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education will be consideredPersons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply.About us:The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched in diversity.The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce and ideas, and iscommitted to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship building and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.SKAs/Performance Aptitudes
General knowledge of learned procedures, practices, and routines to work with youth
General understanding of community resources and how to build collaborative relationships with individuals and groups
Understands how to reach out to the community to identify and fill gaps in programming services
Understands and is committed to goals of equity and brings an equity mindset to the organization’s work and workplace
Ability to plan and lead program activities for youth and adults
Ability to successfully communicate with participants and the public, while maintaining positive relationships
Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written form
Ability to think creatively about work practices, programs, and policies
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Ability to research program documents and narrative materials, and develop reports from information gathering
Ability to analyze situations to pinpoint problems and assist with solving problems or identifying sources of obstacles
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships as required by work assignments
Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines and to apply this understanding to tasks
Ability to bring resources together to resolve a problem or provide a solution
Ability to conduct research on existing, internal policies and procedures
Ability to read, summarize and/or compare general workplace data and graphics, such as flow charts, maps, tables, etc.
ADA CompliancePhysical Ability:
Frequent physical effort is required
Environmental Factors:
Frequent outside work or exposure to unpleasant conditions and/or hazards
The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.To view our comprehensive benefits package, click here (https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/human-resources/compensation-and-benefits/) .01 Do you have a valid driver's license?
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No
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Do you have an Associate degree in Recreation Therapy or a related field required?
Yes
No
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Do you have three (3) years of experience in implementing therapeutic programs for special populations, or a related field?
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No
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AgencyCity of AshevilleAddressCity of Asheville PO Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina, 28802 Phone828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE Websitehttp://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs