Temporary Therapeutic Recreation Leader

Therapeutic Recreation Leader

“Preserving the Past, while Innovating our Future”

The City of Alexandria is in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington, and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work.

About one-quarter square miles in the city have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead.

We invite qualified candidates to apply for our Therapeutic Recreation Leader position.

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Welcome to the City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. I am excited that you are considering joining our team. Every day, we have the privilege of serving a city that values connection, creativity, and community. Our parks, programs, and cultural spaces reflect Alexandria’s diversity and spirit, and our people are the heart of it all.

As you explore opportunities within RPCA, know that you are stepping into a department where teamwork, curiosity, and service guide everything we do. We take pride in our work, we find purpose in our impact, and we celebrate the difference each team member building something meaningful for the people of Alexandria, and in being part of it.

In pursuit of service excellence, this Therapeutic Recreation Leader position helps individuals with disabilities to be included in general recreational programs. Work with participants to develop skills, manage challenging behaviors, foster independent participation. Work with staff to create a positive, inclusive environment. Actively participates in all program activities, assists with the adaptation of activities and helps to facilitate social interaction. Plan, coordinate, and lead recreation activities while providing assistance to program operation.

Provide training and direction to temporary staff, volunteers and summer youth employees. An employee in this class performs professional recreation work under general guidelines and initiates program activities with organized groups. Assist supervisor with management of facility, specialized program area including full inclusion and one‑on‑one services. General supervision is received from a Therapeutic Recreation Manager of higher grade or a Regional Program Director.

latitude in implementing programs within their assigned area of responsibility. Monday – Friday available between 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. in conjunction with Alexandria City Public School. Enthusiasm, flexibility customer service are necessary to be successful in this position.

You will work to meet the recreation needs for our community, ensuring that all activities are fun, safe and orderly. To best serve in this position, you should have good knowledge of the social and recreational sciences, including the theory, principles, and practices of therapeutic recreation. You must also demonstrate an ability to plan and implement activities and work effectively in a group setting.

You should be able to execute programming that meets the highest standards of excellence.

• Conduct structured enrichment and group activities
• Develop measures for each program/activity to evaluate success and adjust as necessary
• Lead activities that are inclusive, non‑competitive and foster positive engagement
• Foster peer friendships in an inclusive setting
• Work with team members to create a positive, inclusive environment for all
• Be responsive, professional,…