Therapeutic Recreation Counselor

Salary: $16.00 - $17.60 Hourly
Location : Various Community Centers, Hampton, VA
Job Type: WAE - Hourly
Job Number: 08757
Department: RECREATION
Opening Date: 07/16/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt


Function


Make a difference through inclusive recreation! The City of Hampton's Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department is seeking a Therapeutic Recreational Counselor to support participants with disabilities in a variety of recreational programs. This role assists with activities as needed and as directed by program leaders and supervisors, helping ensure all participants can engage, enjoy, and thrive.

As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, preferably supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to the completion of three years of coursework at an accredited college or university majoring in therapeutic recreation, recreation or a related field of study.
• Requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience working with individuals with disabilities in a recreational, day care or camp setting or closely related experience.
• Must obtain Basic First Aid and CPR certifications within 90 days of hire.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a Child Protective Services Check and background checks related to this position.

Additional Requirements

• Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Requires shift work to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family View phone number on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io or
• Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
• Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.

01


Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

• Did not graduate high school or complete a GED
• High school graduate or GED completed
• Completed 1-2 years of college coursework.
• Completed 3-4 years of college coursework.
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree or higher

02


Have you successfully completed any college level coursework in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation , or related field?

• Yes
• No

03


Which of the following options below best describes your years of experience working with individuals with disabilities in a recreational, day care, or camp setting?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

04


Please briefly describe any experience you have related to Therapeutic Recreation Counseling in the space provided below. If you do not have any experience, please write 'N/A.'
05


Do you possess current American Red Cross Basic First Aid and CPR certifications?

• Yes
• No

06


This position requires work that is physically demanding on occasions, and as such requires good physical condition. I understand that this position can be physically demanding.

• Yes
• No

07


I understand that if offered employment in this position, I must successfully complete pre-employment testing for controlled substances.

• Yes
• No

08


I understand that if offered employment in this position, I must successfully complete a criminal background check.

• Yes
• No

09


I understand that this position is non-exempt.

• Yes
• No

Required Question