Georgia Therapeutic Recreation Association

Did someone say Paralympics 2024? That’s right, the Paralympics are taking place in Paris from August 28th through September 8th! Jataya Taylor is a Marine Veteran who you can expect to see competing in this year’s fencing competition!! Jataya’s journey to becoming a Paralympic athlete began with Recreation Therapy. Jataya’s story is very special to us, because it embodies the reason we do what we do. We want to see our patients/ clients reach their goals. Jataya, we are rooting for you and can’t wait to see you continue to crush your goals!

Job opportunity alert! Shepherd Center is hiring for not one, but 2️⃣ CTRS positions. This is an incredible opportunity to practice RT at one of the top 20 rehabilitation hospitals in the country. Apply today using the links below! ⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://shepherd.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ShepherdCenter/job/Atlanta-GA/Recreation-Therapist—Inpatient-Brain-Injury_R3227

https://shepherd.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ShepherdCenter/job/Atlanta-GA/Recreation-Therapist—Pathways-Post-Acute-Brain-injury-program_R3138-1

We have some exciting news to share with you! GTRA is bringing back the mentor and mentee program. We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity as a current or aspiring CTRS.

If you haven’t already today, check out our stories to learn a little more about the Hillside Atlanta Recreational Therapy department! Hillside Atlanta RT offers a wide variety of modalities including Horticulture Therapy, artistic expression, social emotional sessions, physical activity, leisure education clubs and more for clients ages 10-21. The team strives to put the ‘fun’ in functional while providing a place for healing for the children and their families.

Pictured above from left to right: Jessica, CTRS; Jocelyn, CTRS; Grace, CTRS; Chelsey CTRS; and Laci, CTRS

Happy Valentine’s Day from GTRA! We absolutely LOVE our meet-ups, as they give us the opportunity to network and have some fun with our members.❤️ Mark your calendars for these dates and join us at the meet-up happening closest to you. We hope to see you there!!

Have a passion for working with Veterans? The Augusta VA is hiring for a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist! Click the links below to learn more about the competencies, qualifications and federal service.

Internal Applicants (current VA employee): https://www.usajobs.gov/job/769206100

External Applicants (public): https://www.usajobs.gov/job/769207100

Reasons to eat at Camp Twin Lakes:
1. You don’t have to leave the site
2. Watch the 2024 BOD induction while you eat
3. Warm soup on a cold day 🥶

Register on our website to secure your lunch! Only $15.

5 DAYS LEFT!!! Don’t miss out on our 2023 GTRA Conference at Camp Twin Lakes. Register today using the link in our bio.

We are thrilled to announce our newly elected members of the 2024 Board of Directors! Be sure to attend the induction ceremony next Friday at the GTRA Annual Conference!

We are excited for this one!!! Join us to hear from Laura Kelley, MS, CTRS, CEO and Founder of EmpoweRT and Brianna Panosian, CTRS, Program Manager of EmpoweRT. They will be sharing their approach and offering the opportunity to improve your fitness program wheelhouse for individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease and other movement disorders. Register today at www.georgiatrassociation.com/conference-registration. You’re not going to want to miss this one! 🧡💚

GTRA 2023 CONFERENCE SESSION DESCRIPTIONS! We have many exciting sessions planned this year for you to learn and grow from. The best part is- they’re ALL CEU PRE-APPROVED. Register today and let us know in the comments which session sparks your interest!

5 REASONS TO ATTEND THE 2023 GTRA CONFERENCE!!! Be inspired • Boost your network • Education & CEUs • Meet the people behind your organization • Renew your energy and passion • A day all about YOU!

MEET-UP OPPORTUNITIES - ATLANTA AND AUGUSTA!!! Atlanta folks, we’ll see y’all 11/15 from 5:30-7:30 at the White Hall Tavern. Augusta RTs and friends, see you on 11/17 at 5:30 at Arsenal Tap Room. 🥳

• White Hall Tavern is located at 2391 Peachtree Rd Atlanta, GA 30305
• Arsenal Tap Room is located at 1419 Monte Sano Ave Augusta, GA 30904

VOTE TODAY FOR YOUR 2024 BOD!!! The link is located under the About -> Board of directors tab on our website. 💚🧡

Whether you’re selling RT swag, promoting your private practice, or looking for interns and employees we would love to have you! Vendor tables are $50 to reserve and the link to register can be found under the conference registration tab on our website or by clicking the link in our bio.
If you have any special requests for your table they can be added in the text box at checkout.

ALL sessions are pre-approved for CEUs. Check out our incredible speakers this year and register today!

HUGE NEWS, ATRA FAMILY! 📣

You can now earn an NCTRC micro-credential for completing our Quality Internship Supervisor training! NCTRC's micro-credential and associated digital badges are a brand new way to share professional skills, knowledge, and accomplishments. 🧡

Already completed the training? You're eligible now! Haven't completed it yet? Get started at the link below. ⬇️

We're here to answer any questions about the training. For any questions regarding the micro-credential, please contact NCTRC directly. 🙏

https://www.pathlms.com/atra/courses/46259?fbclid=IwAR0Kw0Ch0Z65NqhGK2-3sMtiob_l3WACjVzfivcvg4BrK6M_yi3PIQlyNRs