Program Support Specialist- Therapeutic

County of Roanoke

Salary: $36k
Location: Roanoke, Virginia, United States
Job type: Part-time

Required skills

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Publisher
PowerPoint
Database management

About the role

About the Department

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 a week

Position Duties

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

Minimum Qualifications

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	Comprehensive knowledge of administrative and office procedures Comprehensive knowledge of Therapeutic Recreation Ability to constructively participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreation programs for adults with disabilities that may include; development/intellectual, head injury related, mobility, mental health/psychiatric, or visual impairments Ability to complete objective documentation Ability to use assessment tools to create appropriate goals and objectives for participants and programs Ability to direct the activities of other employees Ability to gather, organize and report information Ability to work in a demanding work environment requiring teamwork Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to follow operating procedures and maintain confidentiality Skill and proficiency in the use of computer hardware and software suchas Microsoft programs: Excel, Word, Publisher, and Power Point
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

Other Qualifications

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

About County of Roanoke

Provides local government services for residents of Roanoke County, Virginia.

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