Recreation Lead: Wellness & Community Activities (PT)

City of Raleigh; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Raleigh is seeking a Lead Recreation Instructor for an year-round, part-time role to plan, coordinate, and lead activities for participants with disabilities in an adult day program. The position emphasizes daytime recreation, wellness, and community integration.

Hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30am–3:30pm, with 4–8 curriculum planning hours monthly. Required background check, drug test, NC Class C license, and ability to drive a 15-passenger minibus at least twice a month.

Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication abilities.
• Professional, flexible, and mature attitude.
• Ability to lead program activities for diverse participants.
• Capability to monitor safety and assist behavior concerns.
• Must pass background check and controlled substance test.
• Must possess NC Class C Driver’s License and be able to drive a minibus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and research of programs and activities.
• Lead program activities and assist participants as needed.
• Prep, organize, clean/sanitize and inventory materials.
• Modify activities or provide accommodations for participation.
• Monitor participants for safety and address behavior concerns.
• Drive participants in city vehicle to outing locations.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Leadership

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Job description

The City of Raleigh is seeking a Lead Recreation Instructor for an year-round, part-time role to plan, coordinate, and lead activities for participants with disabilities in an adult day program. The position emphasizes daytime recreation, wellness, and community integration.

Hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30am–3:30pm, with 4–8 curriculum planning hours monthly. Required background check, drug test, NC Class C license, and ability to drive a 15-passenger minibus at least twice a month.