RECREATION MANAGER

Rite of Passage; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rite of Passage in Saint Petersburg, FL seeks a Recreation Manager for Les Peters Academy, a residential program for female youth. You will lead daily recreational activities that are physically challenging, educational, and constructive, reporting to the Clinical Director.

Requirements include a BA/BS in therapeutic recreation or equivalent with 1–3 years of experience, knowledge of Positive Operation Culture, and proven leadership to inspire staff and students.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in therapeutic recreation or equivalent with 1–3 years of experience.
• Working knowledge of the Positive Operation Culture.
• Leadership ability is necessary to instill high-standard positive attitudes among staff and students.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively serve students.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily recreational and leisure activities that are physically challenging, educational, and constructive.
• Recreation Manager reports to the Clinical Director.

Skills

Leadership ability

Ability to serve students

Education

BA/BS degree in therapeutic recreation or equivalent

Job description

Job Category: Professional Student Services

Requisition Number: RECRE018061

• Posted : September 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Salary : $45,000 USD per year

Locations

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Saint Petersburg, FL 33712, USA

Description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Recreation Manager at Les Peters Academy in St Petersburg, Florida

Les Peters Academy is a moderate risk residential commitment program for female youth aged 14 to 19. This program provides youth comprehensive care, treatment, supervision, and evidence-based intensive mental health services. Youth will also receive psychotherapeutic services, including individual, family, and group counseling while in the program.

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company-paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues, and more!

What you will do: You will work as a staff member of the Student Services Department team. Primarily responsible for providing daily recreational and leisure time that is physically challenging, educational, and constructive. The Recreation Manager reports to the Clinical Director.

To be considered, you should Process:

• BA/BS degree in therapeutic recreation or equivalent with one to three years' experience.
• Working knowledge of the Positive Operation Culture.
• Leadership ability is necessary to instill high-standard positive attitudes among staff and students.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively serve students.

After 41 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Recreational Manager, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Bachelors or better in Physical Education Teacher Education or related field.

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