What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Support Specialist- Therapeutic position at County of Roanoke Virginia?
Performs difficult administrative support functions for the Roanoke County Therapeutic Recreation Services. Assists with program planning and implementing purposeful recreation activities. Completes administrative forms, budget sheets, program documentation and standard reports. Performs other duties as required.
*Shift Hours and/or Days Worked: Daytime hours Monday-Friday and/or occasional nights and weekends
*Hours Required for this position: 20-29 hours a week
*Shift Hours and/or Days Worked: Daytime hours Monday-Friday and/or occasional nights and weekends
*Hours Required for this position: 20-29 hours a week
- Assists in the development of purposeful program plans for recreation programs for adults with disabilities.
- Participates in the evaluation of program and participant goals to ensure programs are meeting participants needs
- Attends community outreach or advocacy events to promote Therapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valley (TRS)
- Works with TRS support staff to ensure program goals are being met
- Completes documentation for grant and purchase of services agreements
- Uses the Class system to register participants for programs, enter programs, and access information needed for customer services
- Maintains financial information to track budgets and maintain cost effectiveness of programs
- Purchases and maintains supplies for programs
- Enters participant information and maintains information in TRS database
- Attends all TRS and Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Department meetings
- Attends Roanoke County HR trainings as needed
- Communicates with parents, care providers, case workers, and participants related to program issues
| Education | Required: Education equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by college courses in therapeutic recreation, psychology, special education or a related field. Preferred: Associates Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field. |
| Experience | Required: Considerable experience in administrative support and working with people with disabilities in a professional setting. Education may be substituted for equivalent experience. |
| Certifications/ Licenses | Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license and have a good driving record |
| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
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| Additional Requirements | Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description. |
| Supervisory Responsibilities | May direct the work of part time staff |
| OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMAND | |
| LIGHT | Lift and/or exert force up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs frequently, or insignificant amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. |
| PHYSICAL DEMANDS | ||||
| C = Continuously 55 to 8 hours daily | F = Frequently 25 to 55 hours daily | O = Occasionally Up to 25 hours daily | R = Rarely Less than 1 hour per week | N = Never Never occurs |
| Code | Physical Demand | Code | Physical Demand | |
| O | Standing | F | Sitting | |
| O | Walking | O | Lifting | |
| O | Carrying | R | Pushing/Pulling | |
| F | Reaching | F | Handling | |
| C | Fine Dexterity | R | Kneeling | |
| O | Crouching | R | Crawling | |
| O | Bending | R | Twisting | |
| R | Climbing | R | Balancing | |
| C | Vision (Correction Required) | C | Hearing | |
| F | Talking | O | Foot Controls (driving, operation of equip, etc) |
| ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS | |||||
| D = Daily | W = Several Times Per Week | M = Several Times Per Month | S = Seasonally | R - Rarely | N = Never |
| Code | Health and Safety | Code | Environmental Factors | ||
| N | Mechanical Hazards | R | Dirt and Dust | ||
| N | Chemical Hazards | N | Extreme Temperatures | ||
| N | Electrical Hazards | R | Noise and Vibration | ||
| N | Fire Hazards | R | Fumes and Odors | ||
| N | Explosives | R | Wetness/Humidity | ||
| R | Communicable Diseases | R | Darkness or Poor Lighting | ||
| R | Physical Danger or Abuse | | Other (specify) |
| PRIMARY WORK LOCATION |
| Recreation Center |
| MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, WORK AIDS |
| Computer, copier, telephone and other standard office equipment and equipment required in recreation activities |
| PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED |
| N/A |