Therapeutic Recreation Service Technician - Therapeutic Recereation (Kalispell, MT)

Job Description

Description:

At AWARE, we believe that our connection with our communities is vital.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Individuals to join our team as a Therapeutic Recreation Service Technician.

AWARE's Therapeutic Recreation program is a service that focuses on the lifestyles of the people we serve to help them gain independence and enhance health and well-being based upon their strengths and goals.

We offer flexible work schedules, competitive wages with annual increases, and CPR/First Aid Certification through the American Heart Association.

If you are passionate about helping individuals live independent lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to work independently in assigned location/ region
• Ability to travel via personal vehicle or AWARE vehicle to client or service area
• Experience leading and instructing participants in gaining life skills
• Experience in planning and leading recreational activities
• Implements interventions that are sensitive to the client age, cultural background, stage of development, limitations of disabling conditions, skill and experience level.
• Role model by demonstrating and engaging in activities alongside client to help promote positive lifestyle skills
• Assist TRPD in creating protocols for interventions that include short term goals and criteria for assignment
• Observe client response to intervention to verbally communicate and collaborate with TRPD and treatment team members
• Document outcomes of the intervention in EHR per policy to provide evidence for TRPD needed for evaluation of TR program effectiveness.
• At time of transition or discharge, provides TRPD with client information to assist in formulating a transition/ discharge plan.

To learn more please visit AWARE – Therapeutic Recreation .

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements:Excited to join our organization?
AWARE's Therapeutic Recreation Service Technicians earn $17.75 - $19.70 per hour.Talents, skills, and abilities:

• High School Diploma or HSE is required, along with past employment experience.
• Must have, or be willing to obtain, a valid Montana Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must have an acceptable criminal and protective services background check.

Benefits:

AWARE proudly offers an excellent benefits package, uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, professional growth, and achieving financial security. AWARE’s benefits include:

• Annual raises
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Wellness programs
• Generous paid time off