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At The Children’s Village, we are focused on helping children, teens and their families succeed. We are committed to understanding their  needs and delivering evidence-informed treatments, supports and life coaching  to meet these needs.

Position Overview:

The Recreation Specialist will plan, implement and encourage youth engagement in structured and therapeutic recreation programs.  The Recreation Specialist will be part of a multi-disciplinary team and participate in team meetings to receive and provide feedback on youth  functioning during activities and programs.   The Recreation Specialist will develop programs that address youth’s therapeutic goals and build on their strengths through physical fitness, arts and crafts,  dance, meditation/yoga,  teamwork and problem solving.

Position Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Recreation Therapy or related field, required or 4 years of experience providing educational or therapeutic/recreational activities for youth. Experience leading recreation or work training programs, 1 year minimum. CTRS certification or eligible, preferred. Personal Trainer certification, preferred. Lifeguard Training, preferred. Expertise (through course work or experience) in one of the following areas:  Sports, Therapeutic Recreation, Outdoor Adventure or youth employment training, preferred.

Salary: $39,258.45-$45,147.22

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The Children’s Village does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee or contractor because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

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