Director of Recreational Therapy

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YMCA of the USA
Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
Full-time

The YMCA of South Florida is looking for a Director of Recreational Therapy to join their Youth Development Team. The Director of Recreational Therapy is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the overall operations of the program throughout the the Pembroke Pines Community, including administration, management, marketing, program development of recreation therapy and Special Olympics.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develop and maintain systems designed to enhance quality and efficiency of the program areas
  • Develop and maintain community relationships with regard to the school system, community, state and national agencies providing services related to programs.
  • Therapist will work to restore motor, social and cognitive functioning,
  • Build confidence, develop coping skills, and integrate skills learned in program settings into community settings based upon participant interests.
  • Develop and maintain programs that will specialize in the treatment of mental or physical disabilities (i.e.) creative arts, sports, aquatics, adventure programming, dance/movement, community outings,
  • Recruit, supervise, and evaluate staff to meet quality and performance standards of the Y.
  • Develop and monitor enrollment, payment, and safety guidelines for use throughout the YMCA of South Florida service area.
  • Participate in the Annual Support Campaign.
  • Prepare annual budget; manage and take appropriate action to correct variances.
  • Coordinate the training of all necessary staff.
  • Create and Implement Programs.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy or related field, with a preference for a candidate who is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS).
Skills/Experience: 
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong community relations.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop staff.
  • Excellent supervisory and organizational skills.
  • Experience adapting sports
  • Working with children and adults
  • Ability to work Nights and weekends
  • Experience with Intellectual and Physical Disabilities
  • Experience with Parks and Recreation
  • Excellent interpersonal; ability to relate with individuals at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Excellent computer skills, (Microsoft Word and Excel).
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00

How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=28211&...

Job Function: 
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Nov 15 2018
Active Until: 
Dec 15 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit