PROGRAM SUPERVISOR FOR THERAPEUTIC RECREATION 2562

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under supervision, an employee in this class serves as intermediate level administrator in organizing and implementing a town sponsored program designed to further the development of exceptional children and adults. Work is reviewed by conferences and observation of programs in progress. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Trains volunteers to assist those who supervise recreational classes and special activities;

Assists with planning and scheduling staff assignments;

Serves when needed as class supervisor and special activities leader;

Assists psychologists in maintaining liaison with parents;

Maintains inventory of supplies at adequate level and issues equipment as needed;

Is responsible for supervision of bus arrivals and departures and recording staff attendance.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of the principles and practices of special education and/or therapeutic recreation; good knowledge of the social aspects of mental deficiency and physical handicaps and of methods used to best develop persons afflicted with varying handicaps; ability to develop and maintain good relationships with therapeutic recreation program participants, their parents, and program colleagues; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

a) Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree and Certification as a Teacher by the New York State Department of Education; or,

b) Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Recreation.

12/27/89

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/27/03