Performs difficult professional work in Therapeutic Recreation planning, developing, implementation, evaluation and supervising specialized therapeutic recreational activities, programs, and classes, for adults and children with disabilities. Supervision is exercised over Recreation Programmers, Program Support Specialists and Program Aides. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in therapeutic recreation/recreation therapy or a related field.
Experience
Required: Three (3) years experience in therapeutic recreation programming
Preferred: One (1) year of experience in Recreation Administration.
Certifications/ Licenses
Required: Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license and have a good driving record.
Preferred: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS); First Aid/CPR
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Additional Requirements
Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. May be subject to DMV driving record review as required by amount of work related driving, specified by support responsibilities. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and some holidays, as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Yes
Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
• Progressive Flexible Leave Plan with cash-in option
• Twelve paid holidays
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
• Virginia Retirement System - Membership in VRS is automatic upon hire into a covered position. County contributes and employees pay their membership contribution.
• Deferred Compensation Plan with County Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Credit Union Membership
Roanoke County
Roanoke, VA