Program Support Specialist- Therapeutic

Therapeutic Recreation Services Position

Performs difficult administrative support functions for the Roanoke County Therapeutic Recreation Services. Assists with program planning and implementing purposeful recreation activities. Completes administrative forms, budget sheets, program documentation and standard reports. Performs other duties as required. *Shift Hours and/or Days Worked: Daytime hours Monday-Friday and/or occasional nights and weekends *Hours Required for this position: 20-29 hours a week

Assists in the development of purposeful program plans for recreation programs for adults with disabilities.

Participates in the evaluation of program and participant goals to ensure programs are meeting participants needs

Attends community outreach or advocacy events to promote Therapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valley (TRS)

Works with TRS support staff to ensure program goals are being met

Completes documentation for grant and purchase of services agreements

Uses the Class system to register participants for programs, enter programs, and access information needed for customer services

Maintains financial information to track budgets and maintain cost effectiveness of programs

Purchases and maintains supplies for programs

Enters participant information and maintains information in TRS database

Attends all TRS and Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Department meetings

Attends Roanoke County HR trainings as needed

Communicates with parents, care providers, case workers, and participants related to program issues

Education - Required: Education equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by college courses in therapeutic recreation, psychology, special education or a related field. Preferred: Associates Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.

Experience - Required: Considerable experience in administrative support and working with people with disabilities in a professional setting. Education may be substituted for equivalent experience.

Certifications/ Licenses - Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license and have a good driving record

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Comprehensive knowledge of administrative and office proceduresComprehensive knowledge of Therapeutic RecreationAbility to constructively participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreation programs for adults with disabilities that may include; development/intellectual, head injury related, mobility, mental health/psychiatric, or visual impairmentsAbility to complete objective documentationAbility to use assessment tools to create appropriate goals and objectives for participants and programsAbility to direct the activities of other employeesAbility to gather, organize and report informationAbility to work in a demanding work environment requiring teamworkAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writingAbility to follow operating procedures and maintain confidentialitySkill and proficiency in the use of computer hardware and software such as Microsoft programs: Excel, Word, Publisher, and Power Point

Additional Requirements - Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.

Supervisory Responsibilities - May direct the work of part time staff

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMAND LIGHT - Lift and/or exert force up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs frequently, or insignificant amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS C = Continuously55 to 8+ hours daily - F = Frequently25 to 55 hours daily - O = OccasionallyUp to 25 hours daily - R = RarelyLess than 1 hour per week - N = NeverNever occurs

O - Standing - F - Sitting

O - Walking - O - Lifting

O - Carrying - R - Pushing/Pulling

F - Reaching - F - Handling

C - Fine Dexterity - R - Kneeling

O - Crouching - R - Crawling

O - Bending - R - Twisting

R - Climbing - R - Balancing

C - Vision (Correction Required) - C - Hearing

F - Talking - O - Foot Controls (driving, operation of equip, etc)

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS D = Daily - W = Several Times Per Week - M = Several Times Per Month - S = Seasonally - R = Rarely - N = Never

N - Mechanical Hazards - R - Dirt and Dust

N - Chemical Hazards - N - Extreme Temperatures

N - Electrical Hazards - R - Noise and Vibration

N - Fire Hazards - R - Fumes and Odors

N - Explosives - R - Wetness/Humidity

R - Communicable Diseases - R - Darkness or Poor Lighting

R - Physical Danger or Abuse - Other (specify)

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION Recreation Center

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, WORK AIDS Computer, copier, telephone and other standard office equipment and equipment required in recreation activities

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED N/A