Recreation Coordinator

Bashor Home of the United Methodist Church Inc; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Discounted gym membership

HSA matching contribution

403(b) retirement plan eligibility

Mission-driven environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Bashor Children’s Home seeks a dedicated Recreation Coordinator to help youth develop healthy leisure skills. Responsibilities include facilitating recreation groups, assisting with the adventure challenge course, and planning structured programs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in physical education, strong communication skills, and a commitment to cultural diversity. Competitive benefits include paid vacation, gym membership discounts, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.
• Ability to pass background checks, physical, and drug screen.
• Commitment to serving a culturally diverse population.
• Knowledge of recreation programs appropriate for youth.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate recreation groups and manage youth safety.
• Support individualized treatment plans and programming.
• Assess and implement therapeutic recreation interventions.
• Build relationships with youth, families, and community partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Recreation program knowledge

Flexibility

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, or related field

CTRS preferred

Job description

Bashor Children’s Home seeks a dedicated Recreation Coordinator to help youth develop healthy, meaningful leisure skills.

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.

Applications are welcome from those who have:

• 21 years of age.

• A bachelor’s degree in physical education, recreation, or a related field; CTRS preferred.

• A 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.

General responsibilities include:

• 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)

Salary: Starting at $40,499.60 per year

What We Offer:

Competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Discounted gym membership
• Agency HSA matching contribution
• 403(b) retirement plan eligibility from day one
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment
• Professional growth opportunities