Lakewood

Lakewood

Variable Therapeutic Recreation Intern

Lakewood, CO · Intern · Internship

Sponsorship not specified$15k-$57kDetected 30 days ago
SpringCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunication

About the role

  • The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration.
  • Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement.
  • All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.

Responsibilities

  • The intern will assist with planning, developing, implementing, evaluating, and completing documentation on selected programs.
  • Ability to plan, develop and implement programs.
  • Ability to instruct and lead individuals or groups in a variety of recreation programs and settings.
  • Ability to use assessments to develop individual plans and document progress of participants.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, participants and the public.

Requirements

  • Ability to work effectively with and without direct supervision.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations in a professional manner.
  • Intern will be required to plan and implement in-services and training.
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire
  • General understanding of different disabilities and experience working with individuals with disabilities.
  • A valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Nice to have

  • Preferred Job Requirements

Skills

  • Transcripts
  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Provide a meaningful and practical experience for the intern under CTRS supervision, including periodic evaluation and feedback.
  • Provide an opportunity for the student to experience all aspects of the community-based Therapeutic Recreation experience.
  • Provide an opportunity to interact with and work with individuals of all ages with a wide variety of disabilities.
  • Interns may access any of the four recreation centers during their internship.
  • Good organizational skills.

Compensation

  • Benefits and Compensation

Benefits

  • Interns are strongly encouraged to carry their own medical insurance during their internship as well as liability insurance.
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