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