Therapeutic Recreation InternAt — City of Sunnyvale, Department of Library and Recreation Services - Therapeutic Recreation

Opportunity Summary 

The Therapeutic Recreation Intern will plan, implement and evaluate recreation programs and special events for individuals with intellectual disabilities, provide one-on-one assistance to participants, conduct administrative duties, attend division and committee staff meetings, assist with the inclusion services and senior programs.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

Skills in program development, planning, implementing and evaluating for individuals with disabilities, seniors and inclusion services.

Opportunity Training 

Intern orientation
Inclusion, disability awareness and behavior management trainings

Additional risk specific to this opportunity 

Masks must be worn at all times

Opportunity Application Instructions 

Interested students should contact main contact to schedule an internship interview and provide resume and references. Once the student is accepted, a City of Sunnyvale volunteer application needs to be completed and fingerprints need to be taken by the City of Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety or Human Resources. Internships are given to students who pass the fingerprint clearance.

Program 
Internships
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
600hours per placement
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
Yes
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing