Program Support Specialist- Therapeutic

JOB Performs difficult administrative support functions for the Roanoke County Therapeutic Recreation Services. Assists with program planning and implementing purposeful recreation activities. Completes administrative forms, budget sheets, program documentation and standard reports. Performs other duties as required.

Shift Hours and/or

Days Worked:

Daytime hours Monday-Friday and/or occasional nights and weekends.

Hours Required for this position: 20-29 a week

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Assists in the development of purposeful program plans for recreation programs for adults with disabilities. Participates in the evaluation of program and participant goals to ensure programs are meeting participants needs Attends community outreach or advocacy events to promote Therapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valley (TRS) Works with TRS support staff to ensure program goals are being met Completes documentation for grant and purchase of services agreements Uses the Class system to register participants for programs, enter programs, and access information needed for customer services Maintains financial information to track budgets and maintain cost effectiveness of programs Purchases and maintains supplies for programs Enters participant information and maintains information in TRS database Attends all TRS and Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Department meetings Attends Roanoke County HR trainings as needed Communicates with parents, care providers, case workers, and participants related to program issues

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMAND LIGHT

Lift and/or exert force up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs frequently, or insignificant amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS C

= Continuously 55 to 8+ hours daily F = Frequently 25 to 55 hours daily O = Occasionally Up to 25 hours daily R = Rarely Less than 1 hour per week N = Never Never occurs Code Physical Demand Code Physical Demand O Standing F Sitting O Walking O Lifting O Carrying R Pushing/Pulling F Reaching F Handling C Fine Dexterity R Kneeling O Crouching R Crawling O Bending R Twisting R Climbing R Balancing C Vision (Correction Required) C Hearing F Talking O Foot Controls (driving, operation of equip, etc)

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS D

= Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally R - Rarely N = Never Code Health and Safety Code Environmental Factors N Mechanical Hazards R Dirt and Dust N Chemical Hazards N Extreme Temperatures N Electrical Hazards R Noise and Vibration N Fire Hazards R Fumes and Odors N Explosives R Wetness/Humidity R Communicable Diseases R Darkness or Poor Lighting R Physical Danger or Abuse Other (specify)

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION

Recreation Center

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, WORK AIDS

Computer, copier, telephone and other standard office equipment and equipment required in recreation activities

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

N/A