Recreation Specialist - SCO Family of Services : Job Details

JOB TITLE Recreation Specialist DEPARTMENT Residential Treatment Center- RTC LOCATION Sea Cliff NY SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the development of a multi-cultural and multi-sensory recreational program involving Special Physical Education, Art, Music and other activities.
• Work alongside supervisors and childcare workers to implement planned recreational activities for all residents both on-grounds and off-grounds.
• Complete required documentation for all recreation activities on daily basis, as well as reports for weekly Family Team Conferences.
• Assist in planning and implementation of celebrations and special events on campus.
• Ensure that all rules, regulations and safety practices are properly enforced at all times.
• Scheduled to work with residents after school, on weekends, and during school vacations. Schedule may require flexibility based on the needs of the RTC.
• Other duties will be required as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree in Education, Special Education, Recreation, Physical Education, Creative Arts Therapies
• Experience with MR/DD population

• Spelling/grammar skills
• Computer Literate
• Valid, clean NYS Driver's License

III. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERSIn addition, employees need to possess the following characteristics:

• Be team players.
• Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization.
• Possess a strong belief in people's ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families.
• Ability to set limits and maintain helping role of practitioner and to intervene appropriately.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• 20 hours per week, to include at least one weekend day
• The work schedule will be permanent 4 days per week 3pm-8pm, however may require adjustments determined by needs of the RTC
• Must be available for special trips and events

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Carry on assignments as are deemed appropriate and necessary to the functioning of the Department.