Bashor Children’s Home seeks a dedicated Recreation Coordinator to help youth develop healthy, meaningful leisure skills.
Responsibilities include facilitating recreation groups, assisting with the adventure challenge course, supporting community involvement, planning reintegration activities, and implementing structured weekday and weekend programs.
The ideal candidate will enjoy working with youth and promoting physical and emotional well-being through engaging, supportive recreation.
Applications are welcome from those who have:
21 years of age.
A bachelor’s degree in physical education, recreation, or a related field; CTRS preferred.
A valid driver’s license.
Auto insurance when transporting youth.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to pass required background checks, physical, and drug screen.
Commitment to serving a culturally diverse population.
Commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Advanced recreation management knowledge and skills.
Knowledge of recreation programs appropriate for the population served.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Willingness to learn high-ropes technical skills and work at height.
General responsibilities include:
Supervise youth and ensure their safety while following agency policies, regulations, and standards.
Support individualized treatment plans and daily multidisciplinary programming.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation interventions.
Provide recreation feedback to the multidisciplinary team.
Manage behaviors and use Therapeutic Crisis Intervention as appropriate.
Build effective relationships with staff, youth, families, and community partners.
Participate in agency action teams and regular supervision.
Maintain safe recreation facilities, equipment, and programs.
Assist with community reintegration activities.
Schedule:
Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday, with one late night (12pm-8pm)
Salary: Starting at $40,499.60 per year
What We Offer:
Competitive benefits package, including:
*Paid vacation and holidays
*Discounted gym membership
*Agency HSA matching contribution
*403(b) retirement plan eligibility from day one
*Supportive, mission-driven work environment
*Professional growth opportunities
Skills Required
- At least 21 years of age
- Bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, or a related field
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential
- Valid driver's license
- Auto insurance when transporting youth
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to pass background checks, physical examination, and drug screen
- Advanced recreation management knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of recreation programs appropriate for the population served
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
- Willingness to learn high-ropes technical skills and work at height
- Commitment to serving a culturally diverse population
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement
What We Do
Bashor Children's Home is a 501(c)(3) non-profit child welfare agency affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Based in Goshen, Indiana, it provides comprehensive support for troubled children and their families, including residential care, day treatment, alternative education, and foster care services. The organization has served the region for over 100 years, focusing on providing help for today and hope for tomorrow to children in need.
