Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Job Code: 61055 Salary: ($50,325.00 - $65,674.50 - $81,024) Grade: 16

FLSA:
Nonexempt

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Leads, evaluates, and assigns staff; plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the work of volunteers and temporary employees; ensures adequate coverage for programs and events; provides exceptional service to the community through youth and adult programs; and meets changing needs and physical, social and emotional interests of individuals through innovative programming.
• Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates therapeutic recreation programs and activities; performs individual client assessments and evaluates community programming programs; educates, advocates and supports inclusion services across department programs; and plans and conducts workshops regarding therapeutic recreation programs for organizations, agencies, and support groups.
• Prepares activity plans; registers program participants; and monitors the safety of participants during activities.
• Meets with clients and community service providers; provides information and answers questions regarding policies, procedures, programs, fees, etc.; and responds to and resolves complaints.
• Prepares and submits reports; develops and oversees unit budget; conducts interviews; organizes and schedules programs; submits training reports; establishes priorities for completion of work; plans and organizes surveys; and implements and evaluates employee programs.
• Ensures adherence to established safety practices and procedures; and monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure the safety of employees and the public.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education, Special Education or a related field.
• Required:
  
  two years of experience in therapeutic recreation/physical therapy, physical education, sports or recreation programming and administration, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.