Program director needed
danny pettryDurango (CO)
About the role
Recreational Therapy Articles to Help You Earn CEUs Faster & Improve Patient Outcomes Duties: The mission of the Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) is to provide
outdoor sport and recreational experiences for people with disabilities.
These activities are provided regardless of individual financial limitations and create a fun atmosphere for learning and enhanced self-esteem.
The Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) offers seasonal
internship opportunities. If interested in therapeutic recreation, group and
individual outdoor adventure education, or working with individuals with
disabilities, this organization will provide a unique environment to develop your
skills. An ideal candidate will have experience in outdoor recreation
(skiing/snowboarding, cycling, rafting, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding).
Interns will assist in providing recreation experiences in conjunction with full
time/seasonal staff and volunteers while supporting the Adaptive Sports
Association’s mission and organizational goals. This position is offered in the
summer and winter in accordance to hours needed by the student. ASA offers
both paid and unpaid internships.
Interns will be involved with all aspects of the winter and/or summer programs
including program planning, implementation, evaluations, leading clinics,
equipment maintenance, and other miscellaneous office duties and projects.
Time will be spent both indoors and outdoors. Percentage of time in and out will
depend on individual intern requirements. Must be able to work in extreme
weather conditions.
Each intern will work directly with the program director to design an internship
agreement that outlines specific responsibilities and expectations of both the
intern and the program staff at ASA. This will be completed and mutually agreed
upon before the start of the internship. ASA meets the requirement to host a
CTRS student. Paid internships require a minimum of 32 hrs/week.
Requirements:
High School Graduate or equivalent, college degree or in process of degree
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, participants, and volunteers
Capable of working independently and thinking creatively
Ability/willingness to lead adaptive lessons/trips
Able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs
Current First Aid/CPR and/or Wilderness First Responder preferred
Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) Adaptive certification preferred (winter), but not required
CO or Utah Commercial Raft Guide Certification preferred (summer), but not required
Benefits:
Paid Interns
Housing assistance
PSIA/AASI exam fee compensation (winter)
Purgatory Resort season pass discount (winter)
Local business discounts
Access to ASA equipment
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