International Executive Service Corps
Recreation Specialist I
International Executive Service Corps, Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792
Our Commitment
Work with the best – work for Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation! Join our team and contribute to our 60+ year track record of providing legendary experiences! We are dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and protecting our environment. We ensure all residents – regardless of their physical, social, and economic circumstances – can access our programs. By providing enriching and memorable lifelong experiences, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our community by improving the physical and mental well-being of our residents.
Are you...
Able to keep a positive attitude and foster excellence through your actions, words, and appearance? Personable and genuine with your communication-both written and verbal?
Someone who seeks opportunity to learn and understand the experience of others, creating a collaborative environment for all voices to be heard? Able to embrace differences and individuality to encourage inclusion? Willing to listen with an open mind?
A problem solver who can work through sticking points and difficult conversations, holding yourself and team members to the highest standards of accountability?
Able to find opportunity in challenges, no matter how difficult, finding creative solutions?
Able to model sustainable practices to ensure an environmental conscious and productive culture (Ex: Recycle, reduce waste, optimize resources, and improve processes)?
Going to take ownership of your time with the department and strive for excellence?
THEN WE WANT YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM! Duties Therapeutic Recreation Specialist duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Plans, coordinates, implements, supervises, and evaluates varied therapeutic recreation programs in the following areas such as: fitness, leisure education, social, adaptive aquatic/swim, outdoor adventure-based, and summer day camps, etc.
Works with children, teens, and adults with disabilities, which may Include, various levels of intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, physical disabilities, and various levels of Autism.
Works directly in recreational programs providing verbal direction to staff, participants and volunteers; physical assistance to participants (I.e.- lifting and transferring from/to wheelchairs, securing wheelchairs in vans/buses for transportation; hand over hand assistance, assistance with activities of dally living, etc.).
Works in a variety of environments: shared office space of 3-5 co-workers, classrooms, pool/deck, outdoors, gymnasium, beach, nature trails, lakes/waterways, etc.
Provides In-service training for staff on the principles and practices of therapeutic recreation, community inclusion, activity adaptations, disabilities, leisure education, behavior management, and program planning.
Interviews, hires, trains, and supervises part time staff and volunteers to assist with the Implementation of therapeutic recreation programs.
Provides quality customer service, which includes immediate co-workers, other city employees, participants, parents and the general public.
Makes referrals to other programs and services (i.e.- Inclusion or general recreation).
Works collaboratively with the department, committees, teams, and other agencies.
Prepares required reports, documents, paperwork and promotional materials.
Utilizes a graded and gradual hierarchy of Interventions when interacting with participants who become aggressive, following Mandt Training guidelines (I.e.- philosophy and attitude; verbal communication; walking with and accompanying; supporting; avoiding; redirecting; releasing and restraint, if needed for the safety of all Involved).
Maintains a safe environment.
Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.
The P&R Employee Experience At Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, our success is because of our dedicated employees. We are intentional about creating an employee experience where you are empowered to reach your full potential, are supported through strength-based initiatives, and are confident in your abilities. We champion a workplace culture built on our cultural foundations: Professionalism, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Citizenship. These guiding principles of behavior cultivate a positive and high performing work environment. Success is recognized and celebrated, and legendary experiences are the core of who we are.
Full Time Perks – Employees who are new to the Virginia Retirement System are eligible for:
Annual Leave and Sick Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
Legal and Identity Theft Protection
Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Retirement Plan & Basic Life Insurance
Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (COV457)
Basic Life Insurance
Optional Life Insurance
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Program / Work-Life Services
Paid Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care Leave
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Are you...
Able to keep a positive attitude and foster excellence through your actions, words, and appearance? Personable and genuine with your communication-both written and verbal?
Someone who seeks opportunity to learn and understand the experience of others, creating a collaborative environment for all voices to be heard? Able to embrace differences and individuality to encourage inclusion? Willing to listen with an open mind?
A problem solver who can work through sticking points and difficult conversations, holding yourself and team members to the highest standards of accountability?
Able to find opportunity in challenges, no matter how difficult, finding creative solutions?
Able to model sustainable practices to ensure an environmental conscious and productive culture (Ex: Recycle, reduce waste, optimize resources, and improve processes)?
Going to take ownership of your time with the department and strive for excellence?
THEN WE WANT YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM! Duties Therapeutic Recreation Specialist duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Plans, coordinates, implements, supervises, and evaluates varied therapeutic recreation programs in the following areas such as: fitness, leisure education, social, adaptive aquatic/swim, outdoor adventure-based, and summer day camps, etc.
Works with children, teens, and adults with disabilities, which may Include, various levels of intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, physical disabilities, and various levels of Autism.
Works directly in recreational programs providing verbal direction to staff, participants and volunteers; physical assistance to participants (I.e.- lifting and transferring from/to wheelchairs, securing wheelchairs in vans/buses for transportation; hand over hand assistance, assistance with activities of dally living, etc.).
Works in a variety of environments: shared office space of 3-5 co-workers, classrooms, pool/deck, outdoors, gymnasium, beach, nature trails, lakes/waterways, etc.
Provides In-service training for staff on the principles and practices of therapeutic recreation, community inclusion, activity adaptations, disabilities, leisure education, behavior management, and program planning.
Interviews, hires, trains, and supervises part time staff and volunteers to assist with the Implementation of therapeutic recreation programs.
Provides quality customer service, which includes immediate co-workers, other city employees, participants, parents and the general public.
Makes referrals to other programs and services (i.e.- Inclusion or general recreation).
Works collaboratively with the department, committees, teams, and other agencies.
Prepares required reports, documents, paperwork and promotional materials.
Utilizes a graded and gradual hierarchy of Interventions when interacting with participants who become aggressive, following Mandt Training guidelines (I.e.- philosophy and attitude; verbal communication; walking with and accompanying; supporting; avoiding; redirecting; releasing and restraint, if needed for the safety of all Involved).
Maintains a safe environment.
Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.
The P&R Employee Experience At Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, our success is because of our dedicated employees. We are intentional about creating an employee experience where you are empowered to reach your full potential, are supported through strength-based initiatives, and are confident in your abilities. We champion a workplace culture built on our cultural foundations: Professionalism, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Citizenship. These guiding principles of behavior cultivate a positive and high performing work environment. Success is recognized and celebrated, and legendary experiences are the core of who we are.
Full Time Perks – Employees who are new to the Virginia Retirement System are eligible for:
Annual Leave and Sick Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
Legal and Identity Theft Protection
Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Retirement Plan & Basic Life Insurance
Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (COV457)
Basic Life Insurance
Optional Life Insurance
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Program / Work-Life Services
Paid Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care Leave
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