Activities Coordinator

Activities Coordinator – Residential Youth Services Location: Nashville, TN - Walnut/Rosewood Youth Academy Job Type: Part - Time Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 / hr Schedule: Sundays/Mondays - 10:00am - 6:00pm About Youth Opportunity & Walnut/Rosewood Youth Academy Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at‑risk youth. Rosewood Youth Academy in Nashville, Tennessee is a 30‑bed secure facility serving boys ages 13 to 19. This trauma‑informed setting offers a comprehensive combination of clinical treatment, academic instruction, therapeutic recreation, restorative justice, and expressive therapies. Youth typically remain in care for about 6 months, engaging in individual, family, and group therapy; anger replacement training; substance use prevention; life skills and social skills development; victim‑impact awareness; and pre‑vocational preparation. Small group living units provide a structured environment to support successful community reintegration. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period Free RX delivery on most medications Tuition reimbursement and professional development Robust Employee Assistance Program Supportive, mission-driven work environment About the Role As the Activities Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the emotional, cognitive, and social development of youth by designing and facilitating therapeutic recreational activities. These programs promote pro‑social behavior, physical engagement, and reintegration into the community while enhancing coping, communication, and leadership skills. Key Responsibilities Plan, organize, and coordinate structured recreation and leisure activities Use intervention modalities such as creative arts, sports, dance/movement, adventure programming, and leisure education Provide recreational programming during non‑traditional hours to promote pro‑social behavior Assess youth capabilities, interests, and needs; adjust activities based on progress and goals Consult with clinicians, physicians, and treatment teams to align recreational goals with treatment plans Participate in care planning and team meetings Design instructional strategies and community reintegration activities to build skills and confidence Tailor programs to meet individual youth learning styles, emotional needs, and physical abilities Apply clinical knowledge to support individualized goal achievement Document treatment progress in accordance with plans of care Other Duties Include Participate in team discussions, providing effective input and strategies Attend case conferences and family education meetings Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct at all times Use appropriate teaching methods in all instruction and discharge activities Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field At least one year of experience in recreational or play therapy Ability to pass a background check and drug screening Preferred: Experience working with youth and adolescents in a residential or therapeutic setting Familiarity with group dynamics, experiential education, and Medicaid documentation Physical Demands Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable Able to actively engage in physical recreation with youth Must be able to transport youth or staff as needed Must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state Must pass PAR (Professional Assault Response) evaluation and certification Other Requirements Valid state driver’s license Must meet state criminal background check requirements Must meet company auto insurance and driving requirements Apply Today: Make a difference with us. Apply through Indeed or visit Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC