Recreational Therapist jobs in Tanner, AL

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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Recreational aide
  • City of Madison, AL
  • Madison, AL FULL_TIME
  • Salary : $12.40 - $13.96 Hourly

    Location : Madison, AL

    Job Type : Seasonal Part-Time

    Job Number : 24-00017

    Department : Recreation

    Opening Date : 01 / 12 / 2024

    Closing Date : Continuous

    General Position Summary

    Position performs responsibilities as needed within coordinating activities in any city gymnasium, field, court, pool, facility, grounds, camp programs and special events.

    Examples of Responsibilities

    • Responsible for checking / securing all building doors / windows, lights are turned on / off when needed in the different areas including gymnasiums, fields, courts, etc.
    • Report any damage to facilities, fields or grounds to the appropriate supervisor for repair.
    • Observe activities and look for any situation that does not appear normal, investigate source of suspected activities to determine trespassing.
    • Supervise the various courts / fields / camp activities / summer camp participants to ensure that the patrons are acting appropriately and not disturbing the other patrons.
    • Keep the walking track / courts / fields / playgrounds / facilities clean, including trash pick up, sweeping / mopping areas if needed.
    • Responsible for set-up of equipment needed for court / field play / camp activities, special events or meetings.
    • Supervise activity at playgrounds / fields / courts / camps to ensure the safety of the participants.
    • Employee may also be occasionally called on to assist with other special projects within the Recreation Department.
    • Aides will also serve as a positive role model for the camper and / or customers.
    • Must communicate and cooperate with all patrons (campers, players, coaches, parents / guardians, co-workers and administration).

    Athletics Responsibilities

    • Set up gym / courts / fields for special activities or special events when necessary.
    • Assist with registrations to include taking fees, writing receipts, filing, etc.
    • Assist with raking and preparing ball fields.
    • Assist with lining fields.
    • Pick up debris in fields, parks and facilities.
    • Perform light maintenance.
    • Supervise ball fields and other grounds / facilities.
    • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

    Job Conditions :

    • Must be 16 years of age or older to serve as counselor or athletics events coordinator.
    • Dependability and consistent attendance is required due to program needs.
    • Normal working conditions when working inside facilities.
    • Job will require flexibility to work all shifts, especially nights and weekends.
    • Working outside in various weather conditions.
    • Must be available to work during City of Madison school breaks.
    • Must be able to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and other schedules at times with little or no notice, etc.
    • Work in an environment where there may be dust, noise, dirt, chemicals, temperature fluctuations, etc.
    • Must maintain a strong driving record for city-insurance purpose and record may be periodically checked by the city.
    • May be reassigned to other programs by management at any time.

    Minimal Qualifications

    • High school diploma or GED preferred, or going into at least the 11th grade.
    • Strong background record required due to accessibility to employee and city property and children using city parks and facilities.
    • Strong work history of dependability and performance.
    • Experience working with general public and children highly preferred.
    • Experience working in recreational field / education field preferred but not required.

    Supplemental Information

    • Verbal skills to communicate information and needs to other workers, employees and supervisor.
    • Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children.
    • Ability to work independently without close supervision.
    • Knowledge of common safety practices.
    • Ability to stay on task and demonstrated initiative in making facilities as clean and professional as possible.
    • Ability to follow instructions.
    • Writing skills and documentation skills.
    • Listening skills to understand verbal instructions and information.
    • CPR / First Aid certification and skills.
    • Strong team and interpersonal skills.
    • Position will be required to drive.

    Physical Capabilities :

    • Ability to lift / carry 30 pounds if needed.
    • Ability to be mobile in order to inspect playground equipment, setting up of needed equipment for special events, cleaning of required areas, etc.
    • Ability to see well enough to observe surroundings (corrective lens acceptable).
    • Ability to communicate verbally and orally with employees, supervisors and public and to be heard from a distance.
    • Ability to work around dirt, dust, and grass required for lining / dragging of fields.
    • Ability to work around chemicals for cleaning purposes.
    • Ability to sit / stand for extended periods of time.
    • Ability to hear well enough to understand normal conversations, use telephone and to hear persons from a distance (hearing aid acceptable)
    • Must be able to drive.
    • Must have full range of physical motion in order to operate various tools and equipment.
    • Ability to work on computer for extended periods of time.
    • Use of hands and fingers to operate cash register, phones, write, file, operate equipment, secure parks, courts and fields.

    Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits or leave time.

    Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent?

    Do you have a valid Driver's License that allows you to drive independently?

    Do you have Experience working with the General Public & Children?

    Do you have experience working in the preferred Recreational Field / Education?

    Do you possess an active CPR / First Aid Certification?

    Would you be able to work during City of Madison Schools breaks?

    Would you be able to work flexible hours, extended hours, weekends and holidays?

    This position requires the ability to lift / carry 30 pounds if needed. Are you able to perform this task with or without accommodation?

    This position requires you to work in an environment where there maybe dust, noise, dirt, chemicals, temperature fluctuations & variable weather conditions.

    Are you able to work in this type of environment with or without reasonable accommodation?

    The pay range for this position is $12.40 to $13.96 per hour. Is this acceptable to you?

    Required Question

    Last updated : 2024-03-07

  • 19 Days Ago

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Seasonal Recreational Aide
  • City of Madison, Alabama
  • Madison, AL PART_TIME
  • Position performs responsibilities as needed within coordinating activities in any city gymnasium, field, court, pool, facility, grounds, camp programs and special events.Responsible for checking/secu...
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Seasonal Recreational Aide- Camp Counselor
  • City of Madison, Alabama
  • Madison, AL FULL_TIME
  • JOB This position may remain open till filled or until we receive a sufficient number of applications.Position provides responsibilities needed to supervise and provide a quality summer program for sc...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Therapist
  • PWW Recruiting, LLC.
  • Pulaski, TN FULL_TIME
  • Therapist PWW Recruiting, LLC. - Pulaski, TN Top "Must-Have" Skills for this job:• 1 year of direct work experience, acquired working with children/adolescents and families in a therapeutic treatment ...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist Physical Therapist
  • Triage Staffing
  • Decatur, AL OTHER
  • Start Date: ASAP Shift: 8H Days ( 8:00 AM-4:30 PM )Location: Decatur, ALLength: 13 weeksWeekly Hours: 40.0Beds: New Grads WelcomeEnjoys meeting new people and learning new thingsOrganized and Computer...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist Physical Therapist
  • Triage Staffing
  • Huntsville, AL OTHER
  • Start Date: ASAP Shift: 8H Days ( 8:00 AM-4:30 PM )Location: Huntsville, ALLength: 13 weeksWeekly Hours: 40.0Beds: New Grads WelcomeEnjoys meeting new people and learning new thingsOrganized and Compu...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Critical Care Paramedic - Full Time, Various Shifts
  • HH Health System
  • Decatur, AL
  • Job Summary: Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospitals mission, vision and values. Paramedic or intermediat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Patient Care Aide SSU 1F - Full Time, 7a - 7p
  • HH Health System
  • Decatur, AL
  • Job Summary: Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospitals mission, vision and values. Additionally, under the ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CLN Medical Assistant FT - 1st shift (Decatur, AL)
  • Huntsville Hospital Health System
  • Decatur, AL
  • Overview: Job Summary Acts as collaborative member of the clinical team in providing continuity of and quality patient c...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Home Care Aide
  • ambercare
  • Tanner, AL
  • Now offering DAILY PAY for select positions! Addus HomeCare is hiring Caregivers / Home Care Aides. This rewarding, entr...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Twins require night nurse near
  • Wyndy.com, Inc.
  • Tanner, AL
  • Night Nurse needed for twins. Duties include monitoring infants, assisting with feeding and diaper changes, and ensuring...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dentist
  • Delta Companies
  • Decatur, AL
  • COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Dentist (DMD/DDS) $850.00 to $1000.00 per day (based on experience) Annual Income when ramped...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dentist
  • Delta Companies
  • Madison, AL
  • COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Dentist (DMD/DDS) $850.00 to $1000.00 per day (based on experience) Annual Income when ramped...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Unit Manager - RN
  • Ahc Millennium
  • Tanner, AL
  • Purpose of Position: To direct the day-to-day functions of the Aides/Orderlies and nursing staff, as well as give direct...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tanner is an unincorporated community in central southern Limestone County, Alabama, United States, and is included in the Huntsville-Decatur Combined Statistical Area. It lies nine miles north of the city of Decatur and the Tennessee River, and four miles south of the city of Athens....
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
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Tanner, Alabama area prices
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