Residential Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC; Hastings (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% employer match

PTO and holidays – 4 hours PTO every 2

Free RX delivery

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Robust Employee Assistance Program

Supportive, mission-driven work

Job summary

Youth Opportunity & Deep Creek Youth Academy in St. Augustine, FL seeks an Activities Coordinator to design and facilitate therapeutic recreation for residential youth.

You will plan structured activities, use arts, sports, movement, and community reintegration to support emotional and social development. The role collaborates with clinicians, participates in care planning, and promotes pro-social behavior while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field required.
• At least one year of experience in recreational or play therapy.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate structured recreation and leisure activities.
• Use modalities such as arts, sports, dance, adventure programming, and leisure education.
• Provide recreational programming during non-traditional hours to promote pro-social behavior.
• Assess youth capabilities and adjust activities to progress and goals.
• Consult with clinicians to align recreational goals with treatment plans.
• Document progress and participate in care planning and team meetings.
• Design strategies to build skills and community reintegration.

Skills

One year experience in recreational or

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field

Job description

Youth Opportunity & Deep Creek Youth Academy in St. Augustine, FL seeks an Activities Coordinator to design and facilitate therapeutic recreation for residential youth.

You will plan structured activities, use arts, sports, movement, and community reintegration to support emotional and social development. The role collaborates with clinicians, participates in care planning, and promotes pro-social behavior while maintaining safety and documentation standards.