Job Opportunities API

Description • This position is currently located in Parma, OH and takes place on Mondays only. • Consults as needed with supervisor concerning participant referrals; assists in completing assessments and adjusting goals for clients as needed • Implements 1:1 recreation therapy activities with assigned participants for all bike programming • Completes recreation therapy discharge summaries, as needed • Documents participant progress in recreation therapy programs through daily notes completed according to Rec2connect standards with prompt and narrative data • Designs and adapts or modifies recreation therapy daily activities to meet participants' needs • Prepares equipment needed for sessions and assists in maintaining good condition of equipment, notifying managers if equipment needs replacement • Provides participants with recreation therapy resources • Provides emotional support to participants and families • Provides a positive, supportive atmosphere during recreation therapy sessions • Ensures participants' safety during recreation therapy sessions; follows health and safety policies, anticipates hazards, and takes appropriate measures • Communicates behavioral observations of participants to other staff and team members, assess behavior motivation, provide appropriate behavior plans, assist in implementation • Encourages participant involvement in recreation opportunities and provides necessary support to facilitate involvement • Participates in quality improvement projects • Works to promote a positive, professional image of recreation therapy within and outside the agency • Attends and participates in staff and team meetings and in-services as assigned • Develops and promotes positive working relationships within the agency • Performs related duties as assigned • Participates in task forces and committees as assigned • Manage appointment schedule, check-ins, and scheduling make-ups or subs as needed for missed sessions Requirements • Ability to observe participants' behaviors and develop behavior modification plans as needed. • Basic understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis and how to integrate into programming. • Fundamental knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles and practices and its effects on participants' functioning • Basic knowledge of terminology, diagnoses, issues and conditions related to participants' functioning • Ability to observe participants' behaviors and develop behavior modification plans as needed. • Ability to relate in a warm, caring, and professional manner to participants with multiple needs. • Ability to produce and maintain accurate records and reports • Ability to gather assessment information in accordance with appropriate guidelines/standards (i.e., American Therapeutic Recreation Association Standards of Practice/Guidelines for TR Assistants; National Therapeutic Recreation Society Standards of Practice) • Ability to plan and lead a variety of therapeutic recreation sessions • Ability to observe and document participants' progress • Ability to maintain safe practices and procedures at all times • Knowledge of activity modification techniques, accessibility concepts and assistance techniques that enhance successful consumer participation in recreation therapy activities. • Knowledge of recreation therapy policies and procedures. • Knowledge of Rec2Connect policies and procedures Minimum Qualifications: • Completion of a four year bachelor’s degree program • Preference - Applicants with recreation therapy background including but not limited to: CTRS, OT, PT, PTA, or similar certifications and background • Preference- Applicants who demonstrate possession of knowledge, skills and abilities gained through at least two years of experience performing tasks similar to those assigned to the position. Licensure/Certifications: • Valid Ohio driver’s license • CPR certification, required • Employer selected insurance for practice Physical/Work Environment: Job Location: No set physical address Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift 25 lb and other recreational equipment • Ability to provide physical prompting when needed for up to 1 hour • Ability to demonstrate exercise and movements for clients for up to 1 hour Pay: • Dependent upon experience.