Life Enrichment Coordinator; Youth Residential program

Job Category: Residential Care

Requisition Number: LIFEE
008300

• Posted :
  November 13, 2025
• Full-Time

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Gahn
202 East Bagley Road
Berea, OH 44017, USA

• Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of Ohio Guidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.
• Design, plan, and facilitate a variety of activities including recreational, educational, and team-building exercises on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Ensure that activities are age-appropriate, culturally sensitive, and tailored to meet the needs of individual residents based on their treatment plans.
• Collaborate with program management, therapists, counselors, and other clinical staff to ensure that activities align with the therapeutic goals for each resident.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings to help determine appropriate activities that support residents’ emotional and behavioral growth.
• Supervise residents during activities, providing guidance and ensuring safe, appropriate behavior in both structured and unstructured settings.
• Implement behavior management strategies in accordance with treatment protocols to promote positive interaction and conflict resolution.
• Provide feedback to clinical staff regarding residents’ behavior and engagement during activities.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in a safe environment and adhere to facility policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that all residents are supervised at all times and that activities are implemented in a manner that minimizes risks.
• Coordinate off-site excursions, community outings, and recreational events (when appropriate), enhancing residents’ exposure to new experiences and environments.
• Build relationships with community partners, volunteers, and organizations that can enhance the activities program.
• Foster a sense of community, teamwork, and positive social interactions among residents through group activities.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, attendance, and resident progress related to participation in activities.
• Prepare reports on program effectiveness and resident engagement for supervisory staff.
• Provide training to staff and volunteers on leading activities, behavior management techniques, and fostering positive interactions with youth.
• Model appropriate interaction styles and guide other staff in supporting residents during activities.
• Provide coverage in cottages as needed to maintain appropriate staffing ratios
• Correctly utilize physical techniques as instructed by the agency approved behavioral safety system.
• Complete all required training prior to deadline, both in person and online through the agency’s learning management system.
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging.
• Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related field. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience working with youth in a residential or therapeutic setting, with a focus on activity coordination or therapeutic program development.

• Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact.
• The ability to physically restrain residents whose ages, heights and weights vary according to agency approved behavioral safety system.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage youth in a positive and meaningful way.
• Ability to design and lead group activities, with creativity and a focus on personal development.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and activities simultaneously while ensuring a safe and supportive environment for residents.
• Ability to lead physical activities (e.g., sports, outdoor activities) and engage with youth in a variety of settings.
• Ability to lift, carry, and set up equipment as needed.
• Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment
• Flexible; able to work days,…