Adaptive Therapy Specialist (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:	UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location	Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:	Staff_13772
Department	MMI Recreation Program 50000690
Business Unit	Munroe-Meyer Institute
Reg-Temp	Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; Hours May Vary
Remote/Telecommuting	Hybrid (part-time working on site, part-time working off-site)
Position Summary	POSTING FOR UNMC EMPLOYEES ONLY Plan, implement and evaluate activity therapy and social skills programs for children, youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities which are both center and community based. The scope of the department includes (but is not limited to) swimming and aquatic therapies, adapted sports/games, art, music, dance, horticulture therapies, cooking, activities of daily living, as well as a wide variety of community based social recreation outings and field trips.
Position Details
Posting Category	Healthcare
Working Title	Adaptive Therapy Specialist (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)
Job Title	Recreational Therapist
Salary Grade	HC14S
Appointment Type	B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range	$43,400 - $65,100/annual
Job Requisition Begin Date	03/14/2025
Application Review Date	03/19/2025
Review Date Information:	Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education:	Bachelor's degree or equivalent
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)	NA (Will consider five years education/related experience)
Required Experience	1 year
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:	Working with children or adolescents/adults with developmental disabilities in an education, instructional, or therapeutic setting. (Will consider five years education/related experience)
Required License	Yes
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?	Valid driver’s license.
Required Computer Applications:	Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
Required Other Computer Applications:
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:	Excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skills Knowledge and understanding of developmental disabilities across the lifespan Knowledge of effective instructional methods and learning materials to help participants achieve their social and leisure goals Ability to instruct participants on social emotional regulation and communication skills Ability to assist with implementation of classroom behavior strategies and interventions as indicated in an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or other guidelines. Ability to work with persons who are medically fragile and possess multiple physical/sensory limitations Ability to supervise recreation technicians and volunteers through instruction and example
Preferred Education:	Bachelor's degree
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:	A degree in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation with (CTRS) credential /OR/ a degree in a related field such as: Adapted Physical Education, Special Education, Music, Art or Dance Therapy, Education, Psychology or Child Life Medical Play Specialist is preferred.
Preferred Experience:	Experience in working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Preferred License:	Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:	Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications:
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating an inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* This posting is for UNMC Employees only. Are you currently employed by the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience working with children or adolescents/adults with developmental disabilities in an education, instructional, or therapeutic setting?
- Yes
- No
* If you do have experience working with children or adolescents/adults with developmental disabilities in an education, instructional, or therapeutic setting, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA).
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
* Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook?
- Yes
- No
* How did you hear about this position?
- Careerlink
- Employee Referral
- HERC
- Indeed
- Job Fair
- Lincoln Journal Star
- Linkedin
- Omaha World Herald
- UNMC Job Site
- Facebook
- NEWorks
- Handshake
- Other
* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
(Open Ended Question)
* Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
- Yes
- No