Inclusion Recreation Leader - Adaptive & Community Programs

Northeast Arc; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Northeast Arc is seeking an enthusiastic Inclusion Recreation Specialist to develop, implement, and manage inclusive recreation programs for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, including autism. The role emphasizes meaningful community connections, skill development, and participation in diverse activities.

The position involves adaptive sports, recreation, social, educational, arts, culinary and community-based programs, with a focus on safety, engagement and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Management, Special Education, Human Services or related field.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, physical disabilities or autism preferred.
• Experience planning, coordinating or facilitating recreation, leisure, educational or community programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver athletic, adventure, arts, culinary, educational, social and community-based recreation programs.
• Supervise participants, per diem staff and volunteers during programs.
• Develop new recreation programs and special events based on participant interests and community needs.
• Complete participant intakes and assessments to identify accommodations and supports.
• Maintain attendance, participation, payments and documentation records.
• Process program payments and financial transactions using department systems (e.g., RecDesk).
• Communicate effectively with participants, families, caregivers and partners.
• Monitor engagement and gather feedback to improve programs and services.
• Attend departmental meetings and contribute to recreation goals.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Program leadership

Community inclusion

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Experience with disabilities (ID/DD/Autism)

Tools

RecDesk

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Northeast Arc is seeking an enthusiastic Inclusion Recreation Specialist to develop, implement, and manage inclusive recreation programs for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, including autism. The role emphasizes meaningful community connections, skill development, and participation in diverse activities.

The position involves adaptive sports, recreation, social, educational, arts, culinary and community-based programs, with a focus on safety, engagement and inclusion.