Recreation Lead

Connecticut Recreation and Parks Association; East Windsor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Recreation and Parks Association seeks a full-time, on-site Program & Activity Coordinator for Children, Youth & Families in Litchfield, CT. The role plans, organizes, and facilitates programs for kids and families, coordinating logistics and materials while promoting inclusive, community-based activities.

The Coordinator will partner with schools, community groups, and families to identify needs, enhance outreach, and support grant-related reporting and fundraising events.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate age-appropriate programs for children, youth and families.
• Coordinate logistics, prepare materials, and lead activities that promote social connection and learning.
• Collaborate with community partners, schools, and families to identify needs and opportunities, support outreach and promotion, and ensure accessibility and inclusivity.
• Supervise volunteers, track participation and feedback, and assist with grant-related reporting or fundraising events.

Job description

Job Description

The Program & Activity Coordinator for Children, Youth & Families is a full-time, on-site role based in Litchfield, CT. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and facilitating age-appropriate programs, activities, and events for children and young people, as well as family-focused initiatives. Day-to-day tasks include developing program schedules, coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and leading activities that promote social connection, learning, and healthy development. The Coordinator will collaborate with community partners, schools, and families to identify needs and opportunities, support outreach and promotion, and ensure programs are accessible and inclusive. Additional responsibilities may include supervising volunteers, tracking participation and feedback, and assisting with grant-related reporting or fundraising events that benefit youth and family programs.

Location: Litchfield, CT