[Hiring] Recreation Therapist @Aware Inc.

Role Description

AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as a recreation therapist. The support we provide helps the adults, children, and families we serve become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth.

• Ability to work remotely in assigned location / region
• Ability to travel via personal vehicle or AWARE vehicle to designated cities / regions to meet with clients and provide services
• Experience in assessment and observational skills
• Experience planning and implementing TR interventions to assist clients in increasing independence in lifestyle
• Experience researching and applying evidence-based practices in Therapeutic Recreation
• Design TR protocols, session plans and processes
• Implements interventions that are sensitive to the client age, cultural background, stage of development, limitations of disabling conditions, skill and experience level
• Document and evaluate services for efficiency and quality

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation which meets the standards of NCTRC
• Completion of a NCTRC approved internship
• CTRS certification at hire strongly preferred or the ability to obtain national certification of CTRS within one year of hire

Requirements

• Passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in the community
• Commitment to providing unconditional care to those in need
• Ability to work in a supportive and inclusive work environment

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• FSA
• HSA
• 401k
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Advancement
• Professional Development

Company Description

AWARE is a compassionate and fully engaged team that is dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected.