Recreation Instructor

Merakey; Crafton (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan options

DailyPay access

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

A health and education services provider is seeking a Recreation Instructor in Crafton, PA. The role involves teaching recreation and swimming to developmentally disabled individuals, focusing on enhancing their motor skills through structured activities. The ideal candidate will develop and implement assessments and programs while maintaining participant records. This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching recreation and swimming.
• Strong skills in developing assessment tools.
• Ability to organize and supervise sports programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement classes and programs for residents.
• Plan and supervise recreational activities and sports.
• Maintain records of resident participation.

Skills

Teaching recreation

Swimming instruction

Assessment development

Behavior management planning

Record keeping

Education

Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals

Degree in recreation or related field

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career, while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Recreation Instructor to join our team, at the program in Crafton, PA.

Earn $23.00/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.

This is professional work in teaching recreation and swimming to developmentally disabled individuals. The employee is primarily responsible for developing and maintaining the residents’ gross, fine, and perceptual motor skills through structured class and leisure time activities and through assessments. He/She will also assist with swimming programs for therapeutic purposes, teach cooperation, sportsmanship, fair play, and provide health‑ful recreational outlets for residents. Work is performed under the direction of the Program Director.

Responsibilities

• Share in the development of classes and programs that are developmental in regard to the residents’ functioning level and skill abilities.
• Develop and implement assessments evaluating residents’ gross, fine, fitness, perceptual motor, and swimming abilities.
• Develop a system for class scheduling and participation, and be consistent with techniques and methods used in recreation classes.
• Develop, organize, and implement leisure interest clubs, e.g., Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.
• Devise, implement, and document individual and activity goal plans and Behavior Management Plans.
• Maintain records of resident participation.
• Prepare periodic evaluations of residents’ progress and response to programming, and participate as an integral member of the interdisciplinary staffing of the residents.
• Plan, develop, implement, organize, and supervise programs of team and individual sports with carryover to spectator sports and Special Olympics.
• Assist with feeding programs during residents’ meal times.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan – both pre‑tax and Roth (after‑tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay – access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well‑being platform, featuring self‑care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package: https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non‑profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!