Recreation Specialist

Recreation Specialist Population

Adolescents

1000 Atlantic Avenue Camden, NJ (Virtua Facility)

$50,000–$55,000 annually PLUS full benefits

• 21 years of age
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in recreation therapy or a related human services field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 1 year of experience providing direct care to youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional setting.
• Experience in planning or implementing recreational activities for youth in residential settings preferred.

• Strong interpersonal skills with diverse backgrounds.
• Physical ability to participate in therapeutic holds and biannual certification.
• Trauma‑informed care and crisis de‑escalation skills.
• Knowledge of recreational therapy principles and program evaluation.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.

• Assist in planning, organizing, and directing therapeutic play and recreation programs for adolescents in an Intense Residential Treatment Program.
• Develop, plan, supervise, and participate in daily recreational and social activities, including outdoor programs and physical exercise.
• Design and establish recreational programs tailored to youth’s physical and mental capabilities.
• Maintain structure and follow daily schedule.
• Implement behavior plans and provide documentation of youth behavior and interventions.
• Assist youth in developing and using problem‑solving, decision‑making, conflict resolution, and independent living skills.
• Transport and/or accompany youths to appointments or field trips.
• Administer medication when necessary.
• Support constructive youth‑family visitation and community activity involvement.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and clinical coverage per schedule.
• Maintain program vehicles, supplies, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with program director and treatment team on activities, schedules, costs, and documentation.

• Understand CFG’s mission and values.
• Abide by program protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings, and required certifications (First Aid and CPR).
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Maintain a professional dress code.
• Report child abuse per state law.
• Commit to eliminating restraint and seclusion.
• Deliver services in culturally and linguistically competent manner.
• Possess temperament to care for youth with special needs.
• Support youth and family visitation.

Program Director

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on gym memberships, cell phone packages, hotels, rental cars, etc.