ESY Therapeutic Recreation Specialist – SAIL

The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist will plan and facilitate therapeutic recreational activities for students within HVED programs to enhance their educational experience.  The program will run for 15 days:

• June 10-13 
• June 17-18, 20
• July 8 – 11
• July 15 – 18

HOURS: 8:00 am – 1:30 pm

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in recreational therapy
• Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist preferred, but not required
• Must have a valid driver’s license to travel between HVED programs
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Competencies

• A genuine liking for working with kids of all abilities
• Current knowledge of best practices in Therapeutic Recreation
• Must be energetic and willing to make a difference in children’s lives
• Ability to work as a member of a team

 Duties and Responsibilities Include (but not limited to)

• Establish a trusting therapeutic relationship with the diverse students in the program
• Use recreational therapeutic techniques and activities to improve cognitive, physical, emotional, and behavioral wellbeing of students
• Plan and implement safe and accessible recreation, artistic, instructional, and athletic activities on an independent, group, or team level
• Develop new programs and activities by researching trends, student and faculty recommendations, and evaluating student needs
• Observe monitor, and collect data to ensure the quality of programs, events, and classes.
• Order, inspect, and maintain recreation equipment and materials
• Maintain records and reports as required, including but not limited to required MA billing
• All other duties as assigned.

 Physical Requirements

• School building, office, lifting, sitting, standing, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, keyboarding, etc.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

 
Travel Requirements
This position works primarily out of the SAIL Program in Kellogg, MN.  

FLSA Status:  Exempt
Reports to:  Director of Special Education