Specialized Recreation and Inclusion Services (SRIS) Therapeutic Recreation Intern

Specialized Recreation and Inclusion Services (SRIS) Therapeutic Recreation Intern

Salary

$15.65 Hourly

Location

Frank Evans Building 2401 Wade Avenue, Raleigh, NC

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2026-00629

Department

PRCR - Recreation

Opening Date

08/25/2026

Closing Date

9/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Job Description

This internship position will provide an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with people with a variety of disabilities in a community Therapeutic Recreation setting. Guided by a certified and licensed Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, interns will be exposed to the broad spectrum of services provided by Specialized Recreation and Inclusion Services, all while meeting the internship requirements set by NCTRC and university standards. This position will work no more than 40 hours per week. Hours are typically scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:30am-5:15pm with various nights and weekend hours as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with internship supervisor and other SRIS full-time staff to provide services for individuals with disabilities. These services include but are not limited to planning and implementing social programs and outings, after school and track out, and Adult Day programs; providing medical and/or inclusion support; assisting with Wake County Special Olympics; developing summer camp programs; etc.
• Work cooperatively with internship supervisor, city staff, volunteers, and community agencies.
• Attend departmental and community trainings/meetings/events.
• Create and implement interventions that meet the needs of clients.
• Set treatment goals for individuals and groups and evaluate progress.
• Accept responsibilities for duties and assignments, independently managing projects and meeting deadlines, outlined by both the supervisor and university, requesting help as needed.
• Work efficiently and manage time wisely.
• Complete a special project based on the needs of the Specialized Recreation Department and the community.
• Provide quality customer service and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Occasional weekend and evening work expected.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Typical Qualifications

• Possess the appropriate education and fieldwork meeting university requirements to be eligible to complete Therapeutic Recreation internship.
• Experience working with youth and/or adults with disabilities.
• Experience administering a variety of treatment modalities using the APIED process.
• Ability to take initiative and successfully work both independently and in team settings.
• Strong leadership and communications skills.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office and the use of other office software and equipment.

Additional Information

ADA and Other Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, talking, hearing and seeing.

Medium Work:

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity:

The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Working Conditions:

The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. No effective protection from weather, activities occur outside. The worker is subject to noise.

Note:

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities, as well as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation, may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

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Please write a brief paragraph explaining your background, experience and motivation for choosing Therapeutic Recreation as your field of study. Also include why you chose City of Raleigh Specialized Recreation and Inclusion Services as a possible site.

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Please list 3 goals you would like to focus on during your internship.

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Please list any ideas you would like to consider for your special project.

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Please list your anticipated/preferred start and end dates, along with any dates you would need to be off.

Required Question

Employer City of Raleigh North Carolina

Address 222 W. Hargett St.

Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601

Website https://raleighnc.gov