What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Recreation Aide - Part Time Non-Benefited position at Hanover County Government?
Parks and Recreation is seeking an enthusiastic leader to oversee creative activities, events, and programs that bring our community together.
General Description: This is a field position. The incumbent performs routine tasks and fieldwork to assist with the planning and implementation of recreation programs, community events and facilities operations for individuals with varying degrees of cognitive, behavioral, or physical disabilities in an inclusion setting.Organization: The position reports to either a Recreation Supervisor or a Recreation Coordinator and supervises no staff.
Essential Functions:
- Assists with the planning and implementation of recreation programs
- Leads programs and activities. Program areas might include sports, games, arts & crafts, nature, music, and/or cultural arts.
- Works and communicates with program staff to gain a comprehensive understanding of the abilities and disabilities of the individuals served.
- Assists individuals with disabilities, as needed.
- Assists with the inventory control, management, set up, breakdown and care of recreation supplies, equipment and program area.
- Performs related work as assigned.
A. Hazards
• None Known
B. Environment
• Field – 100% Must be able to travel to Parks and Recreation event sites and meetings
C. Physical Effort
• Moderate to Highly Active
D. Non-exempt
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of community youth recreation programming preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to follow workplace policies, procedures, and work plans
• Ability to work with the general public and provide satisfactory customer service
• Ability to work with a diverse group of participants while enforcing behavioral standards and program policies
Education, Experience and Training: One (1) year college and experience working with individuals with disabilities, required.
Special Conditions:
• Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Mandatory Participation in staff trainings
Revision Date: November 2023
If selected for a summer camp position, staff must attend a mandatory in-person training from June 2-6, 2025.
Salary : $19
