Description
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in your community, we invite you to join our team at AWARE.
AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as a Therapeutic Recreation Service Administrator.
The support we provide helps the adults, children, and families we serve become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. We are a compassionate and fully engaged team that is dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients. Our strength lies in our culture of care, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to providing unconditional care to those in need.
We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply to join our team at AWARE.
Responsibilities:
Ability to work hybrid in assigned location / region in Montana
Ability to travel via personal vehicle or AWARE vehicle to designated cities / regions to meet with clients, staff and provide services.
Experience in assessment and observational skills
Experience planning and implementing TR interventions to assist clients in increasing independence in lifestyle
Experience researching and applying evidence-based practices in TR
Experience supervising and overseeing TR programs and staffing
Design TR protocols, session plans and processes
Knowledge of mental health diagnoses, developmental, intellectual
Implements interventions that are sensitive to the client age, cultural background, stage of development, limitations of disabling conditions, skill and experience level.
Document and evaluate services for efficiency and quality
Perform risk assessment and activity analysis to ensure safety of client
Ability to demonstrate and participate alongside client in order to assist in attaining identified personal goals and functional outcomes.
Ability to advocate for the TRS as well as possess sound public speaking and presentation skills
Maintain assigned direct contact hours to caseload per week
Experience in creating reports, spreadsheets and auditing processes
Assist and facilitate TRS special events and activities annually as planned
Maintain TRS equipment and resources as well as place orders as needed for supplies and resources
Excited to join our organization? AWARE Lead Recreation Therapists earn $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year.
A bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation which meets the standards of NCTRC.
Completion of a NCTRC approved internship.
Current CTRS that has a minimum of 2-3 years in Recreation Therapy practice
Benefits:
AWARE proudly offers an excellent benefits package, uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, professional growth, and achieving financial security.
AWARE’s benefits include:
Quarterly Financial Bonus Program
Tuition Advancement Program
Health Insurance
Dental/Vision Insurance
401(k) with company match
Life Insurance
Wellness programs
Generous paid time off
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer
Requirements
Requirements
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Therapeutic Recreation standards for practice, TR principles and procedures
Physical, Developmental, Intellectual and Mental Health diagnoses
Task analysis and program adaptations
Assessment and interviewing techniques
Planning and implementation of TR interventions and experiences
Current trends and evidence based practice in TR
Variety of recreational and adaptive equipment
Leadership and Organizational skills
Risk management procedures
Sound professional boundaries
Motivational techniques
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Observational skills
Program adaptations and modifications to ensure inclusion
Strong computer skills as well as office equipment
