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

Organization Description

Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed to enhance the quality of lives of individuals with disabilities through meaningful recreation programs. Programs provide recreation opportunities in a safe, caring and positive environment; create self-confidence through exposure to new recreation opportunities; enhance skills in gross motor and fine motor coordination, social interaction, self-expression and foster independence.

Health & Safety
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Background Check (e.g. fingerprinting/livescan, driving record)
  • Health Check/Screening (e.g. temperature screening, COVID-19 test)
  • Must be 18 or older
  • RISK: Physical Recreation - Risk includes but is not limited to: sprains, strains, bruises, gym equipment, falling
  • RISK: Students will be asked to drive (in addition to travel to and from site) for this placement.
  • SITE REQUIREMENT: Students are not allowed to take pictures or video.
  • SITE REQUIREMENT: Students will be asked to sign a confidentiality waiver.
Address 
550 E. Remington Dr.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
United States
General Phone 
Student Contact 
A Site Staff with main contact indicated hasn't been created yet. Contact your program for more information.

Current Opportunities

Title Program Start Date Location Type
Therapeutic Recreation Intern Internships Ongoing On-site
Program(s) 
Internships
Organization type 
Arts, Entertainment or Recreation (Government)
Focus Population(s)
People Experiencing Disability, Seniors
Focus Area(s)
Consumer or Corporate Services
Hours of operation 

Monday-Friday 8a-5pm Weekend and evening hours will be added when Therapeutic Recreation programs are in session.

Maximum students 
1