RECREATION THERAPIST

Job Category : Professional Student Services Requisition Number : RECRE017995 Posted : August 27, 2026 Full-Time On-site Rate : $26.44 USD per hour Locations Showing 1 location Defuniak Springs, Florida Defuniak Springs, FL 32435, 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 Therapist at Walton Academy for Growth and Change in DeFuniak Springs, FL Located near the white sand beaches of Northwest Florida in DeFuniak Springs - At Walton Academy, we provide residential treatment to improving the lives of high-risk Youth through mental health and substance abuse services. We offer skills and opportunities to our youth from Sports to Forklift training. Hourly Pay: $26.44 Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance. Paid Time Off that you can use as soon as it accrues, free meals on shift, 9 paid holidays and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2 Day in the Life: Provides Therapeutic Recreation on a scheduled basis to include afternoon, evening and weekend activities. Organize special celebrations such as graduations, cultural celebrations and holiday parties for students. Develops an intramural sports program that promotes healthy competition while teaching the students how to work together as a team. Demonstrates knowledge, understanding and effectiveness at coordinating physical education and wellness activities. Ensures proper supervision of at all times for recreation activities. Assists with tracking of points in the Behavior Management systems. Completes all assigned reports and maintains records to track each youth’s physical progress. Attends and participates in all required meetings. Acts as a positive role model and mentor for both staff and youth. Assists Group Living with their duties when needed. To be considered you should: BA/BS degree in Recreation, Education, Recreation Therapist, Sports Management or related field. (Master’s degree preferred). Recreation Therapist license preferred. Two years experience working as a Recreational Therapist OR, six years combination of education, experience and training may substitute the degree and experience levels required for an hourly position with approval of state licensing and/or client approval in writing. Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous aggressive acts. Must meet the requirements to be an eligible ROP driver. Ability to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical and TB test. Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing. Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Able to work in excess of 40 hours per week as needed. Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities. After 40 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 Recreation Therapist, 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. Innovative Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking Team Player Works well as a member of a group Dedicated Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Goal Completion Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Self-Starter Inspired to perform without outside help Ability to Make an Impact Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education Required Bachelors or better. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Embracing Project