Adaptive Aquatics Instructor

Description

The primary responsibility of the Adapted Aquatics Instructor (AAI) is to assist the Aquatic Physical Therapist in providing therapy-based aquatic sessions as well as recreational aquatic  sessions to individuals of all ages with intellectual disabilities.  The  AAI is a member of the individual’s interdisciplinary team and helps determine each individual’s  strengths and needs. This is a non-exempt, hourly position. 

Shift Available:

Full Time - 40 Hours

7:30am - 4pm: Monday thru Friday 

Contributions: 

• Provides adaptive aquatic therapy treatments and procedures, under the supervision of  the Aquatic Physical Therapist for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. Time is spent  at least 75% of the session time in the water to ensure time for transport and changing.
• Documents daily attendance and maintains necessary data in the appropriate electronic  medical record. 
• Prepares quarterly staffing reports to reflect the individual’s progress, including  behavioral responses, while attending therapy sessions. May attend Interdisciplinary  Team meetings as requested.
• May participate in planning and implementing additional recreational activities for the  individuals both on and off campus.  
• The AAI staff must maintain all regulatory logs as specified by all governing bodies.  Such logs refer to the pool functions, including but not limited to water temperature,  chemical balance, compliance with health and other applicable regulations, and physical  structures.
• Is prompt and prepared to begin sessions on time and in an organized fashion; obtains  and sets up equipment prior to a session and puts equipment away when finished. AAI  staff must follow all standard infection control policies and procedures.
• Immediately reports any incidents, accidents, or maintenance problems to the  Habilitation Services Manager and uses the proper documentation to record an incident  or accident 

Exceptional Benefits:

Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 60 days from start date)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match 
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• Competitive PTO Plan
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Requirements

• Strong swimming skills are required. 
• Must demonstrate the ability to learn and functionally apply therapeutic techniques and  the ability to develop and implement creative recreational activities. 
• At least one year of experience working with ID/D population
• Adapted Therapeutic Exercise Certification is required, through Aquatic Therapy &  Rehab Institute (ATRI). 
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) license is required. 
• Pesticide Applicator License (PAL) is required through the Commonwealth of  Pennsylvania. • CPR/AED Certification is required.

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