Recreation Coordinator
Bashor Children's Home
Summary
Bashor Children's Home seeks a dedicated Recreation Coordinator to help youth develop healthy, meaningful leisure skills.
Job description
Responsibilities include facilitating recreation groups, assisting with the adventure challenge course, supporting community involvement, planning reintegration activities, and implementing structured weekday and weekend programs.
The ideal candidate will enjoy working with youth and promoting physical and emotional well-being through engaging, supportive recreation.
General Responsibilities
- Supervise youth and ensure their safety while following agency policies, regulations, and standards.
- Support individualized treatment plans and daily multidisciplinary programming.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation interventions.
- Provide recreation feedback to the multidisciplinary team.
- Manage behaviors and use Therapeutic Crisis Intervention as appropriate.
- Build effective relationships with staff, youth, families, and community partners.
- Participate in agency action teams and regular supervision.
- Maintain safe recreation facilities, equipment, and programs.
- Assist with community reintegration activities.
Schedule
Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday, with one late night (12pm-8pm)
Requirements
- 21 years of age
- Bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, or a related field; CTRS preferred
- Valid driver's license
- Auto insurance when transporting youth
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to pass required background checks, physical, and drug screen
- Commitment to serving a culturally diverse population
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement
- Advanced recreation management knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of recreation programs appropriate for the population served
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Willingness to learn high-ropes technical skills and work at height
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Discounted gym membership
- Agency HSA matching contribution
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Professional growth opportunities
Company overview
Bashor Children's Home is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care and support services for children and adolescents. Operating as a specialized residential treatment facility, the organization focuses on addressing the emotional, behavioral, and psychological needs of youth facing various challenges. With a mission to create a safe and nurturing environment, Bashor Children's Home offers therapeutic interventions, educational support, and family counseling services designed to help young individuals develop coping skills and achieve personal growth. The organization employs evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care approaches to support children's mental health and well-being. As a community-focused nonprofit, Bashor Children's Home plays a vital role in the mental health care ecosystem by providing specialized residential treatment programs that bridge the gap between clinical intervention and long-term community integration for vulnerable youth populations.