Community Therapeutic Recreation Internship
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Montgomery County, MD
Employer: | Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County |
Category: | Other |
Job Type: | Seasonal / Temp |
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Description
If this sounds like you, The Montgomery County Department of Parks is the place you want to be! The Program Access Office is currently seeking a dynamic, creative, highly organized Community Therapeutic Recreation Intern. The internship experience must be a minimum of 560 hours (up to 37.5 hours per week) and span a minimum of 14 consecutive weeks. The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a six-time National Recreation and Park Association Gold Medal Award Winner. Behind the vast and diverse Montgomery County Department of Parks system is a career staff complement of over 850 employees, 419 parks and over 37,000 acres of park land that serves a diverse population of more than one million residents. There is a robust team focused on program access and inclusion for individuals with disabilities and adults 55. Interns will report directly to the Program Access Manager (Certification ID # 57097) and receive guidance and supervision from additional staff in various stages of becoming Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS). Go to our website to learn more: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/accessibility DIVERSITY STATEMENT: The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor. What the internship will involve: The internship will utilize the Therapeutic Recreation process as defined by the current NCTRC Job Analysis. Examples of Important Duties Examples of Important Duties:
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Supplemental Information Undergraduate (Intern I): $16.50 - $19.00 per hour Graduate (Intern II): $17.00 - $21.00 per hour Please Note: The pay range listed above represents the earning potential for this position. Salary is commensurate with experience. Important Skills and Characteristics:
Works in an office and in the community. Some work outside of core business hours including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays is required. Some driving is required. Works with individuals with a variety of disabilities, including some with potentially unpredictable or aggressive behavior. Responds to crisis intervention situations. Incumbents in this class must frequently: remain stationary, position themselves to complete work, communicate and exchange information with internal staff and the public, be able to see objects and words, and lift objects and individuals weighing up to 100 pounds. To Apply Complete the application, include a resume and answer all supplemental questions as part of the submission. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Capacity to complete fieldwork as well as telework when requested is required. Equipment and instruction for teleworking will be provided. Contact Jennene Blakely, MS, CTRS, CPRP directly with questions 301-670-3291 or Jennene.Blakely@montgomeryparks.org May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing. The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor. Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you. THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION 2024 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change. Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees Health Insurance Plans You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period. If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office. Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.
Other Benefits
This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694. * 01 Please describe the experience you are seeking during your internship including areas of focus and special interests or skills you can bring to this organization. * 02 Describe your vision for a special project. * 03 3Please email your unofficial transcript (required), application agreement paperwork from your college/university (required) and any other supplemental documents you would like to share (cover letter, reference letters, special project examples, etc.) to jennene.blakely@montgomeryparks.org.Did you send your documents?
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