DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES
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CLASS CODE: 5566
PAY GRADE: 018
CLASS TITLE: RECREATION THERAPY ANALYST
ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)
This is professional work planning and directing a therapeutic recreation program.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any
one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from
assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)
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Plans, organizes, and directs the implementation of therapeutic recreation programs.
Consults with supervisors, recreation personnel, and medical authorities in developing and
implementing a wide variety of recreation activities.
Interfaces with community groups and the general public in the formulation and
implementation of special and regular recreation activities.
Provides in-service training for institutional employees who participate in recreation activities,
but are not formally attached to the recreation department.
Participates in experimental recreation programs to determine their therapeutic value to
residents.
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those
needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable
for individual positions in the employing agency.)
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Knowledge of various recreational and sports activities.
Skill in using recreational and/or sports equipment.
Ability to provide instruction to others in recreational and/or sports activities.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to prioritize workload.
5566-RECREATION THERAPY ANALYST-CS
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Ability to develop various reports.
Ability to manage recreation therapy programs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to plan, organize and direct program activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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A bachelor's degree from a college or university with a major in recreation or physical
education and two years of professional experience in conducting recreational activities.
In addition to the above requirements, Florida Statute 985 requires any person employed in
this class at the Department of Juvenile Justice must:
1.Be at least 19 years of age.
2.Be a high school graduate or its equivalent as determined by the commission.
3.Not have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false
statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the
United States. Any person who, after September 30, 1999, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to
or is found guilty of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement is not
eligible for employment, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of
adjudication. Notwithstanding this subparagraph, any person who pleads nolo contendere to a
misdemeanor involving a false statement before October 1, 1999, and who has had such record
of that plea sealed or expunged is not ineligible for employment for that reason.
4.Abide by all the provisions of s. 985.01(2) regarding fingerprinting and background
investigations and other screening requirements for personnel.
5.Execute and submit to the department an affidavit-of-application form, adopted by the
department, attesting to his or her compliance with subparagraphs 1. through 4. The affidavit
must be executed under oath and constitutes an official statement under s. 837.06. The
affidavit must include conspicuous language that the intentional false execution of the affidavit
constitutes a misdemeanor of the second degree. The employing agency shall retain the
affidavit.
EFFECTIVE:
7/1/2001
HISTORY:
01/13/2000
12/13/1985