Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Inclusion & Access

Make a Difference Through Recreation and Inclusion The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), Park Maintenance and Recreation Services Division, Special Services Section, is seeking a Recreation Specialist I in Kapolei (serving Waipahu-Ewa-Kapolei communities). This position assists with planning, coordinating, and supporting city-wide recreation programs with an emphasis on therapeutic recreation and inclusion of people with disabilities, and helps provide training and guidance to staff involved in those programs. What You Will Do Assist with planning, organizing, and monitoring city-wide recreation programs that promote participation by people with disabilities and support inclusive program access. Consult with DPR personnel on accessibility and inclusion practices, including observing participant leisure and social skills and recommending appropriate supports. Assist with developing and improving program access procedures, resources, and initiatives that support therapeutic recreation and inclusive programming. Research, develop, and assist in conducting staff training related to therapeutic recreation, inclusion practices, and program accessibility. Coordinate with city staff, community organizations, and partner agencies to promote recreational opportunities and provide information and referrals to individuals with disabilities. Support department operations by assisting with outreach and promotional materials, recruiting and supporting program staff and volunteers, coordinating special events, preparing reports and documentation, and traveling to recreation sites island-wide to conduct training and program activities. Special Working Conditions Frequent travel throughout O'ahu to program sites and community locations. May work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Will serve as a Disaster Response worker during declared emergencies. Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or by visiting . Apply today and take the next step in a rewarding and reliable career path! Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you: use a valid email account; verify your email address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account; are subscribed to email notices; check your spam folders; and add View email address on click.appcast.io and View email address on click.appcast.io to your contact list. Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply. At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with specialization in recreation, physical education, group work, or a related field. Substitution : Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from the attainment of a bachelor's degree. For example: 1. Four (4) years of professional work experience, in any occupation, may substitute for a general bachelor's degree. 2. Four (4) years of general work experience (does not need to be professional-level experience) in recreation may substitute for a general bachelor's degree. Education Verification : Education information must be listed clearly on your application. I f available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

Two (2) years of professional recreation experience, one (1) year of which shall have been in planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing therapeutic recreation programs for participants with disabilities.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS NEEDED

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of supervision; Recreational program policies, principles, tools, and techniques; Instructional methods and training techniques; and Community recreational needs, group behavior, and public relations. Ability to: Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of others; Recognize community recreational and leisure needs and problems; Stimulate community interest and support for recreation programs; Train recreation staff and maintain cooperative relationships with staff and the public; and Prepare reports and the community clearly through oral and written instructions. Substitution : A Master's degree in recreation, physical education, or education from an accredited four-year college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of general recreation experience. There is no substitution for the required one (1) year of experience in the specialty area of planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing therapeutic recreation programs for participants with disabilities. Education Verification : Education information must be listed clearly on your application. I f available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT

Prior to appointment: Possession of an appropriate driver's license. Prior to completion of probation: American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate, or equivalent; and American Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and AED Certificate, to include care for choking and obstructed airway, or equivalent. NOTE:The above certificates and licenses must be obtained by the time indicated and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment . If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu. #J-18808-Ljbffr City and County of Honolulu