Town of Castle Rock
Therapeutic Recreation Activity Assistant
Town of Castle Rock - Karval, Colorado, United States, 80823
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Therapeutic Recreation Activity Assistant
Job Category: Parks and Recreation Requisition Number: THERA001502 Part-Time On-site Hourly Range: $15.40 USD to $21.56 USD Recreation Center 2301 Woodlands Boulevard Castle Rock, CO 80104, USA Job Details
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This posting will remain open continuously until filled. The Town of Castle Rocks future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rocks identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assists in the assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation states of the Therapeutic Recreation program Maintains a positive, safe, and respectful environment that supports the development and growth of appropriate personal skills Supervises and assists participants in a variety of recreational opportunities including internal and external programs, series, camps, and respites. Provides assistance that is individualized and goal-oriented and displays appropriate behavioral management techniques Reviews registration and participant forms prior to program participation. Communicates questions to parent/guardian, caregiver, participant, and/or supervisor as applicable Displays appropriate knowledge of and willingness to learn about adaptive/assistive devices and equipment to increase participant success and involvement Communicates with parents, guardians, or caregivers regarding participants during drop off and pick up Ensures safety practices are followed. Administers First Aid and performs CPR if necessary Sets up, cleans, and organizes program areas Minimum Qualifications: An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Age Requirement: Must be at least 16 years of age Experience: Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred Licenses and/or Certifications Required: CPR and First Aid Certifications required; or ability to attain within 30 days of hire Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to establishes and maintain effective working relationships with care providers, supervisor, participants and coworkers Skill in oral communications for effective expression and clarity Skill in operating a multi-passenger vehicle safely Skill in performing CPR and First Aid Ability to respond to parent and child concerns with considerable tact and courtesy. Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check prior to commencing employment. The Town of Castle Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Category: Parks and Recreation Requisition Number: THERA001502 Part-Time On-site Hourly Range: $15.40 USD to $21.56 USD Recreation Center 2301 Woodlands Boulevard Castle Rock, CO 80104, USA Job Details
Description
This posting will remain open continuously until filled. The Town of Castle Rocks future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rocks identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assists in the assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation states of the Therapeutic Recreation program Maintains a positive, safe, and respectful environment that supports the development and growth of appropriate personal skills Supervises and assists participants in a variety of recreational opportunities including internal and external programs, series, camps, and respites. Provides assistance that is individualized and goal-oriented and displays appropriate behavioral management techniques Reviews registration and participant forms prior to program participation. Communicates questions to parent/guardian, caregiver, participant, and/or supervisor as applicable Displays appropriate knowledge of and willingness to learn about adaptive/assistive devices and equipment to increase participant success and involvement Communicates with parents, guardians, or caregivers regarding participants during drop off and pick up Ensures safety practices are followed. Administers First Aid and performs CPR if necessary Sets up, cleans, and organizes program areas Minimum Qualifications: An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Age Requirement: Must be at least 16 years of age Experience: Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred Licenses and/or Certifications Required: CPR and First Aid Certifications required; or ability to attain within 30 days of hire Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to establishes and maintain effective working relationships with care providers, supervisor, participants and coworkers Skill in oral communications for effective expression and clarity Skill in operating a multi-passenger vehicle safely Skill in performing CPR and First Aid Ability to respond to parent and child concerns with considerable tact and courtesy. Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check prior to commencing employment. The Town of Castle Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.