Director of Resident Recreation & Enrichment

Laurel Ridge Treatment Center; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on services

Job summary

Laurel Ridge Treatment Center is seeking a Director of Recreation Services to lead the resident activity program and elevate quality of life for residents. The role involves designing programs, coordinating with the care team, and building a warm, engaging environment that respects each resident’s preferences and goals.

You will supervise recreation staff and volunteers, implement person-centered activity plans, and collaborate with families and partners to enrich on-site and off-site events.

Qualifications

• ADC or CTRS certification required.
• Bachelor’s in Therapeutic Recreation or NAAP/NCCAP course completion.
• 2+ years of social or recreational programming experience in the past 5 years, including 1 year in healthcare patient activities.
• OT/OTA credential is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the full scope of recreation services for residents.
• Design individualized and group activity plans aligned with resident care goals.
• Supervise staff and volunteers, fostering a positive team culture.
• Manage department operations including budget, compliance, and community relations.

Skills

ADC certification

CTRS certification

Leadership

Program design

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation

NAAP/NCCAP course

Job description

Laurel Ridge Treatment Center is seeking a Director of Recreation Services to lead the resident activity program and elevate quality of life for residents. The role involves designing programs, coordinating with the care team, and building a warm, engaging environment that respects each resident’s preferences and goals.

You will supervise recreation staff and volunteers, implement person-centered activity plans, and collaborate with families and partners to enrich on-site and off-site events.