Recreational Therapist jobs in Corpus Christi, TX

Recreational Therapist plans and directs medically approved therapeutic recreational programs for patients. Organizes activities according to patients' capabilities, needs, and interests. Being a Recreational Therapist conducts programs including symptom management, basic conversation skills, community re-entry, sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Prepares reports for patients' physicians describing individual patient symptoms and reactions to therapeutic programs. Additionally, Recreational Therapist conducts activity therapy assessment of a patient's strengths and needs, and recommends therapeutic activity. Documents progress on each patient. Requires a license/certification to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Requires to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Recreational Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Associate Director, Recreational Sports Facility Operations
  • Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
  • Corpus Christi, TX FULL_TIME
  • Department
    Recreational Sports

    Proposed Minimum Salary
    Commensurate

    Job Location
    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Job Type
    Staff

    Job Description

    Description:
    This position oversees facility operations of the Recreational Sports Department (4 facilities) including facility scheduling, event set-up and ensuring event success. Coordinating major maintenance and custodial services with appropriate entities and procuring facility equipment. Supervision and professional development of three professional staff members.

    Responsibilities:
    Administration and operation for the Dugan Wellness Center, Tennis Center, Momentum facilities and Aquatics Center. Ensure that fiscal responsibility, risk management, operations policies, personnel training, payroll, mentoring and development of students and professional staff are properly addressed and implemented for these areas.
    Oversee events from reservation to set up and success.
    Oversee Risk Management practices for facilities and equipment.
    Work closely with Facility Tech to ensure all maintenance is done in an appropriate, safe, and timely manner. Follow up on all work orders for buildings.
    Work closely with Aquatics director and Outdoor Coordinator to ensure delivery of a variety of quality programs throughout the year. This includes risk management, budgets, purchasing, and planning.
    Promote Staff development and assist them in successfully running their areas. Assist and answer core questions.
    Act as area Director as needed.
    Knowledgeable of the Fusion Software & EMS
    Develop and administer budget of assigned areas and purchase equipment as necessary.
    Delivering assessment reporting to align with department's vision and mission
    Serve on committees as assigned.
    Work to develop sustainable partnerships.
    Write, evaluate, implement, support, and disseminate policies and procedures.
    Assist in oversight, development, and risk management practices of momentum complex.
    Write and assist in Weave process & annual reports.
    Ability and interest in serving as a mentor for students and new professionals by engaging and contributing to a vibrant life on campus.
    Demonstrate a student-centered philosophy, mindful of student well-being and success.
    Perform other duties as needed and assigned by Supervisor or university administration.

    Qualifications:
    Bachelor's degree in Student Affairs or related field.
    Eight (8) years' experience in Student Affairs environment.
    Experience in management of programs including supervision of students and/or staff.
    Strong knowledge of assessment
    Ability to apply an organization's performance management system, practices, and tools to develop and improve individual, team, and organizational performance.
    Demonstrated knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion approaches and their connections to well-being.
    Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to be able to relate to students and to work in collaboration with various representatives from university departments and the community, multitask and develop marketing strategies.
    Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), and other computer programs.
    Demonstrated experience and success in working with diverse student populations in culturally diverse settings and tailoring programs for diverse populations.
    Ability to work weekends and evenings.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    Certification in American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid.
    Masters in Recreation /Student Affairs related areas preferred.
    Five or more years of full-time experience managing campus recreation facilities.
    Three or more years of experience supervising full-time professional.
    Extensive knowledge of and the ability to apply policies and practices for developing, planning, and administering a budget.
    Extensive knowledge of and ability to ensure safe practices in daily operations, as well as effective maintenance and repair services for facilities.
    Experience working with complex budgets.
    Procurement and oversight (contract management) of contracted Events and services.
    Implementation of deferred maintenance reduction strategies for all facilities.
    American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED certification.
    CPO or AFO Certified.
    Experience working with InnoSoft Fusion, Connect 2, EMS and When to Work
    Extensive experience in facility management and assessment.

    Salary:
    $56,650.00 /Annual

    All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

    Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.
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Therapist
  • Oceans Healthcare
  • Corpus Christi, TX FULL_TIME
  • The Therapist provides direct clinical services - assessment, interventions, treatment planning and discharge planning, as well as providing individual, family, and/or group therapy to further patient...
  • 3 Days Ago
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Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapist
  • Triage Staffing
  • Corpus Christi, TX OTHER
  • Start Date: ASAP Shift: 12H Days ( 7:00 AM-7:00 PM )Location: Corpus Christi, TXLength: 13 weeksWeekly Hours: 36.0Beds: 1 year acute care experienceAt least 1 years experience in specialtyCurrent RRT ...
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Physical Therapist
  • Shea Physical Therapy
  • Corpus Christi, TX FULL_TIME
  • Overview Shea Physical Therapy is a member of the Confluent Health family of physical and occupational therapy companies that is transforming healthcare by developing and educating today’s highly effe...
  • 10 Days Ago
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Physical Therapist
  • Amazing Care Home Health Services
  • Corpus Christi, TX FULL_TIME
  • Amazing Care Home Health (Formerly Known as Kids First Pediatric Homecare) has been providing exceptional Pediatric occupational Therapy to Texas kids for 20 years. We are one of the oldest and most r...
  • 14 Days Ago
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Physical Therapist
  • Amazing Care Home Health Services
  • Portland, TX FULL_TIME
  • Amazing Care Home Health (Formerly Known as Kids First Pediatric Homecare) has been providing exceptional Pediatric occupational Therapy to Texas kids for 20 years. We are one of the oldest and most r...
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  • BrightSpring Health Services
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • ResCare Community Living ResCare Community Living Direct Support Professional Thank you for reviewing our Direct Support...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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  • Us Medical Management.
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • We believe care begins and ends in the home. Our organization follows the triple aim while delivering high quality and l...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CNA Nurse Assistant Alice Part Time
  • ComForCare
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • ComForCare Home Care is currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our Ho...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CNA Nurse Assistant Kingsville Part Time
  • ComForCare
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • ComForCare Home Care is currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our Ho...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CNA Nurse Assistant Hebbronville Part Time
  • ComForCare
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • ComForCare Home Care is currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our Ho...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Occupational Therapy Assistant 2 - PPV
  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first The Occupational Therapy Assistant 2 assists the Regi...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Occupational Therapist - Physical Therapy
  • Christus Health
  • Kingsville, TX
  • Description Summary: Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs in a variety of sensorimotor, educatio...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Occupational Therapist - Physical Therapy
  • Christus Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Description Summary: Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs in a variety of sensorimotor, educatio...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Corpus Christi, Texas

Corpus Christi (/ˌkɔːrpəs ˈkrɪsti/), colloquially Corpus (Latin: Body of Christ), is a coastal city in the South Texas region of the U.S. state of Texas. The county seat of Nueces County, it also extends into Aransas, Kleberg, and San Patricio Counties. It is 130 miles southeast of San Antonio. Its political boundaries encompass Nueces Bay and Corpus Christi Bay. Its zoned boundaries include small land parcels or water inlets of three neighboring counties. The city's population was estimated to be 320,434 in 2014, making it the eighth-most populous city in Texas. The Corpus Christi metropolita...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
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Certifications show prospective employers that individuals are very knowledgeable in the field of recreational therapy and that they have taken time to make use of their bachelor’s degree in the subject.
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