Dshs DDA Recreation & Athletics Specialist 3

DSHS Recreation & Athletics Specialist 3

Join our team in a role where you are valued and have the ability to strengthen the importance of Therapeutic Recreation at Fircrest Habilitation Center (RHC) located in Shoreline, WA.  Working at Fircrest, you will experience the rewarding feeling of being alongside dedicated team members with your same passion committed to our resident's needs and success.

In this role, you will have an opportunity to provide innovative care through recreation and training to residents with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Your caseload will average approximately 18-36 adult clients spanning across life states. Specifically working, as an active member supporting residents within our Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) setting, this is an ideal role to implement recreational alternatives that have a positive impact on our mission to Transform Lives.

Our team thrives on the partnership, trust, and communication to foster a safe and collaborative approach to care. You'll also enjoy a great work/life balance with set schedules, outstanding benefits, and the support to grow.

King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to advertised salary and a free Orca card for transportation use. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. 

Some of what you'll do:

• Coordinate and oversee implementation of recreational/leisure and day programs utilizing both on and off-campus (community) resources

• Develop individualized plans of care that meet the needs, interests, preferences, and abilities of each person

• Coordinate closely with AC Managers and respective IDT's when developing opportunities, establishing schedules, and implementing various activities that may involve driving on both preplanned and spontaneous trips

• Develop treatment plans that are goal-oriented and directed towards rehabilitation and modification of specific physical, emotional, mental, and/or social behavior

• Create and implement a recreation activity schedule that includes individualized therapeutic recreation programming, diversion activities, and community integration programs

What we're looking for:

• Experience in planning, organizing and leading recreation programs

• Ability to ensure the safety and wellbeing of those you support

• Strength in developing positive, productive, respectful working relationships with team members and clients

• Leadership skills that allow you to effectively instruct other staff members

Professionals with the following should apply:

Six (6) year of paid professional recreation experience OR

Equivalent Experience / Education

Recreational therapy includes providing individualized assessments and treatment which are goal-oriented and directed towards rehabilitation and modification of specific physical, emotional, mental, or social behaviors.

Questions? Email Morgan Daggi or call the main Talent Acquisition line at 360-725-5810 and reference 06566.

Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

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