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Recreation Specialist

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A Recreational Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving movement, sports, games, and other activities for brain stimulation. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.

$56,489 / year median in Florida

+1% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Summary:
The Recreation Specialist provides therapeutic recreation activity to all patients of the program by organizing outdoor recreation activities and event coordination. This position requires Saturday/Sunday availability.
Position Responsibilities:
Develop, organize, and engage patients in therapeutic and treatment program relevant recreational activities. Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate recreational activities daily. Responsible for interacting with and supporting clinical staff by sharing relevant and important patient information. Responsible for supporting facility AMA activities and/or crisis interventions. Research and implement treatment relevant recreational therapies and interventions. Ensures that proper curriculums are developed and maintained to support all recreational activities for the organization. Ensures that proper supplies and equipment are on inventory to support the provision of therapy services. Ensures that all interactions, interventions, and communications are properly and promptly documented in the medical record or other appropriate documentation tool as required. Licensures and/or Certifications Certified Addiction Counselor CAC preferred. CPR certification required.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy, recreation rehabilitation or related field preferred. Minimum of one (1) year in a Behavioral Healthcare or recovery setting preferred. Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreational and therapeutic activity programs.