Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

City of Chattanooga • Chattanooga, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents in this classification are responsible for instructing and participating in daily leisure and recreation activities for individuals with a variety of disabilities and their families including children and adults. Duties include coaching and/or officiating sporting events; organizing and leading outdoor activities; conducting administrative tasks such as creating program attendance reports, reserving facilities and creating marketing materials; assisting with researching, grant writing and budget developing activities for new programs and serving on City committees and attending local neighborhood meetings as a representative of the City; may maintain vehicles for program transportation; may collect fees for programs or facilities usage and may train and oversee volunteer staff. Work is performed with moderate supervision.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of any combination of relevant education, training or experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job will be considered; or any combination of equivalent experience and education.
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Knowledge of basic recreation operations in assigned areas of responsibility; record keeping methods and procedures; customer service principles; modern office procedures and inventory maintenance principles.
• Skill in providing customer service; using a computer and related software applications; maintaining records; operating modern office equipment; monitoring and maintaining inventory; communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, and the general public, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with a variety of disabilities is preferred.
• Examples of relevant experience include recreation programming work and outdoor recreation program facilitation. Experience includes working with children and/or adults in a variety of settings, recreation, therapy (or related field), and working with special populations and/or individuals with a variety of disabilities.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification or certifications specific to area of assignment

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, preparing, coordinating and facilitating a wide variety of recreational events, classes and/or activities for special populations which may include supervising patrons; recruiting volunteers; reserving facilities and/or transportation; procuring supplies; scheduling events, classes and/or activities; developing promotional and marketing materials; preparing rosters; setting up sites; monitoring events and/or performing other related activities.
• Performs tasks related to routine day-to-day operations including inventory maintenance activities and monitoring sites and facilities for potential safety hazards.
• Responds to requests for information or complaints over the phone and in person regarding recreation programs, processes, procedures, events and/or activities.
• Serves as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders such as program participants, sponsors and the community.
• Performs routine clerical work.
• Registers participants for programs, events and/or classes; receives and processes applications and fees; maintains related records and information.
• Participates in/on a variety of meetings, committees and/or other related groups in order to receive and convey information.
• May be required to use, carry and answer their cell phone as determined by their job duties and the department head.
• Must meet regular attendance requirements.
• Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.
• Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
• Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck, featuring a centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed