• Job Description

  Req#: 24738

  Overview

  Company Overview

  Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.

  If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

  Responsibilities

  Program Overview

  Youth Villages’ Residential Treatment programs serve children with emotional and behavioral problems. Our residential campuses provide the setting for an intensive treatment program that combines the unique balance of structure and freedom. This enables children and their families to identify, understand and cope with their individual needs and develop the skills necessary to succeed in less restrictive settings. We have three different types of facilities—Intensive Residential Centers, Open Campuses, and Group Homes. Located in Tennessee and Georgia, all of these facilities utilize the Re-Education of Emotionally Disturbed Children therapy model (Re-Ed)

  Position Overview

  • Directly supervises employees in the recreation therapist unit.
  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
  • Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  • Coordinates activities of recreation service personnel in a staff secured residential treatment facility for youth by performing the following duties.
  • Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Develops and promotes recreation program, including music, dance, arts and crafts, cultural arts, nature study, swimming, social recreation and games, or camping.
  • Adapts recreation programs to meet needs residents of agency.
  • Introduces and trains new program activities, equipment, and materials to staff.
  • Interprets recreation service to public and participates in community meetings and organizational planning.
  • Corresponds and coordinates with organizations and individuals inquiring about sponsorship activities.
  • Maintains recreation equipment and consults with appropriate staff for replacement of depleted equipment.
  • Develops and monitors cottage and facility schedules.
  • Works in team with administrative or other professional personnel such as those engaged in medicine, social work, nursing, psychology, and therapy, to ensure that recreation is well balanced, coordinated, and integrated with special services.
  • Submits annual budget to appropriate staff and manages expenditures within the approved budget.
  • Completes monthly Quality Improvement review (assessment and Psycho therapy notes).
  • Complete initial recreational assessment upon intake (14 days).
  • Ensures that required reports and charting are completed on a timely basis.
  • Ensures that relevant information is conveyed to treatment team members.
  • Will do MOD on campus every 5th weekend day and cover some evening MOD shifts

  Qualifications

  Requirements

  A Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy is requiredCTRS certified preferredA minimum of 6 months experience working in recreation therapy required, 1 year strongly preferred

  Excellent written, verbal, and oral skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyBasic computer knowledgeAbility to maintain a flexible schedule

  Experience growth and development through our continuous training, as well as tuition and licensure reimbursement, or pursue opportunities to advance both clinically and administratively with Youth Villages.

  Additional Benefits

  Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and VisionRetirement Savings Pension Plan401 (k)2 weeks paid vacation12 paid sick days per year10 paid holidays

  Paid Parental LeaveMileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

  Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

  Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.

• About the company

  Youth Villages is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to helping emotionally and behaviorally troubled children and their families live successfully.

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