Recreation Specialist - Generalist

Description

The Ascent team at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is a multi-disciplinary team that provides intensive treatment for up to 5 years to clients who have recently begun to experience psychosis, as well as providing ancillary services to their caregivers'/support network. We are seeking a Recreation Specialist - Generalist who will work with the Ascent team to develop and support clients as they work toward recovery from mental health symptoms or substance use, enhancing their overall physical and emotional health, and building/improving upon their leisure, social, and recreational skills.

Shift. The schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. We have a hybrid work schedule where you can enjoy working remotely half-time and work in the office 2 days per week!

Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.

• $19.65 - $29.46 hourly

Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and candidate's fluency.

• Will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis for all hours worked (excluding non-productive hours paid but not worked, e.g., paid time off, holiday, administrative, etc.) in an amount equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), to a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. *the annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full time equivalency (FTE).

About you.

The ideal candidate has a passion for working with a younger population, who have recently begun to experience psychosis. They will have a background in recovery (from substance use, mental health symptoms, or both), as well as training/education/experience in physical health domains (i.e. healthy eating, exercise). 

Responsibilities:

• Teach clients life skills to improve their mental and physical health while also maintaining a positive and supportive environment.
• Encourage clients to become involved in the community by identifying community-based events they have demonstrated interest in or events that have the potential to promote improved physical and/or mental health.
• Plan and implement engagement in community events, physical activities, and other recreational pursuits that serve to positively impact clients’ physical and emotional health.
• Manage schedule of activities and groups for clients.
• Assist with ordering supplies that are needed for client activities, groups, or events.
• Support wellness practices through skill development in community-based programming such as hiking, participating in a community garden project, and/or various cultural events.
• Provide individualized coaching of skills in 1:1 meetings with clients, as well as small and medium-sized groups.
• Encourage clients to learn and/or practice social skills.
• Encourage clients to learn and/or practice coping skills.
• Encourage clients to learn and/or practice health and wellness skills.
• Be a resource guide for clients to access.
• Ensure clients engage. Encourage clients to try new experiences.
• Promote a positive environment to help clients feel safe to experience new situations.
• Provide specialized knowledge of topics related to physical and mental health to encourage clients to engage in recreational activities.
• Work collaboratively with clients and other team members to assess clients’ social, health, and wellness needs and how best to support clients as they work to achieve their social, health, and wellness goals.
• Interact with other agencies to create a pathway for client access to community events.
• Help clients overcome barriers to their recovery through the use of structured behavioral interventions aimed at learning new skills and supporting behavior change.
• Meet agency documentation standards including timely documentation in the electronic health record and passing coding audit standards for documentation.
• Staff member will complete needed care coordination tasks for their assigned role.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or other related human services degree is required
• Previous experience working in a mental health setting is required.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets organization's requirements.
• Excellent understanding of factors related to improving physical and mental health through participation in recreational activities.
• Passionate about working with the population diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Ability to work with community partners and navigate relationships.
• Excellent communication skills with understanding of intercultural communications.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office programs and internet-based computer programs.
• Specialized knowledge of education and support services for assisting clients to engage in recreational activities

Required Vaccinations and TB Test.

AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, receive an annual influenza (flu) shot, and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of both vaccinations and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for the COVID 19 vaccine, annual flu shot or TB test.

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

Diversity Statement.

We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.