Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Residential Youth Programs

Schedule:
Tuesday–Saturday, 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Position Overview:
The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing structured recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities for youth across Boys & Girls Haven’s residential programs. This role supports connection, social learning, and healing through meaningful engagement aligned with the Trauma-Resilient Communities framework and the organization’s mission to promote independence and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a monthly activity calendar that includes recreational, educational, and therapeutic programming

• Coordinate activities for evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events to ensure consistent youth engagement

• Collaborate with clinical, residential, and education teams to align programming with treatment goals and TRC principles

• Facilitate group activities that promote social learning, engagement, and positive peer interaction

• Ensure all programming is developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and safe

• Coordinate with community partners, volunteers, and external providers

• Maintain equipment, supplies, and shared activity spaces

• Track participation and maintain program documentation and reporting

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Human Services, Psychology, or related field preferred

• Experience working with at-risk or foster youth in a residential or therapeutic setting

• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and youth development principles

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong organizational and program planning skills

• Ability to engage youth through structured and meaningful activities

• Effective communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in an active environment

Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental, and life insurance

• 401(k) with company match (50% up to 6%)

• Paid Time Off, including 24 days per year (including holidays)

Boys & Girls Haven is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment and for-cause drug testing is required.