Therapeutic Recreation Intern

The Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Intern will work under the supervision of the department's Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) and will assist in performing a variety of professional and administrative work in planning, developing, organizing, scheduling, directing and implementing accessible and inclusive recreational, social and cultural programs and services for all ages and abilities. The TR intern will gain experience in all areas of the division. The internship complies with NCTRC guidelines.

Requirements:

- Valid First Aid and CPR/AED Certification

- Must be a student from an accredited college or university in Therapeutic Recreation and planning to become a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

- Must have reliable transportation

- Strong leadership skills, compassionate, flexible, creative and responsible

Areas of Focus:

- Conduct intake assessments

- Create individualized inclusion plans

- Leadership in adaptive and inclusive programs

- Provide direct service to individuals with disabilities

- Support the operations and initiatives of the Therapeutic Recreation division

- Complete a special project

Timeline:

- May/June - August (dependent on university calendar)

This internship offers a stipend of $19 per hour for all scheduled program hours and time spent working directly with participants. Administrative time outside of scheduled program hours is not compensated .