Therapeutic Recreation Activity Assistant
Company: Town of Castle Rock
Location: Castle Rock
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
This posting will remain open continuously until filled. The
Town of Castle Rock ’s future and the quality of that depend on the
choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make
decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle
Rock’s identity and quality of life for the future? We value
teamwork , cooperation , and quality communication . We strive to
provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage
creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values
to apply. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assists in the
assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation states of
the Therapeutic Recreation program Maintains a positive, safe, and
respectful environment that supports the development and growth of
appropriate personal skills Supervises and assists participants in
a variety of recreational opportunities including internal and
external programs, series, camps, and respites. Provides assistance
that is individualized and goal-oriented and displays appropriate
behavioral management techniques Reviews registration and
participant forms prior to program participation. Communicates
questions to parent/guardian, caregiver, participant, and/or
supervisor as applicable Displays appropriate knowledge of and
willingness to learn about adaptive/assistive devices and equipment
to increase participant success and involvement Communicates with
parents, guardians, or caregivers regarding participants during
drop off and pick up Ensures safety practices are followed.
Administers First Aid and performs CPR if necessary Sets up,
cleans, and organizes program areas Minimum Qualifications: An
equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that
demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be
considered. Age Requirement: Must be at least 16 years of age
Experience: Experience working with individuals with disabilities
preferred Licenses and/or Certifications Required: CPR and First
Aid Certifications required; or ability to attain within 30 days of
hire Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to establishes and
maintain effective working relationships with care providers,
supervisor, participants and coworkers Skill in oral communications
for effective expression and clarity Skill in operating a
multi-passenger vehicle safely Skill in performing CPR and First
Aid Ability to respond to parent and child concerns with
considerable tact and courtesy. Must satisfactorily complete a
criminal background check prior to commencing employment. The Town
of Castle Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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