Ft. Myers Academy is a MODERATE RISK residential/detention facility which offers comprehensive care and treatment, specializing in evidence-based intensive mental health services. The academy is dedicated to providing high-quality care in a serene and supportive environment, designed to promote healing and recovery for individuals facing mental health challenges. With a focus on evidence-based practices, Fort Myers Academy ensures that each client receives personalized, effective treatment tailored to their specific needs.
Pay: Ranging from $23 to $26 based upon experience.
Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2
What you will do: As a Recreation Manager, you will be primarily responsible for providing daily recreational and leisure time activities that are physically challenging, educational and constructive.
To be considered you should: Possess a BA/BS degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Recreation Therapist or related field. Two years' experience working as a Recreational Therapist or, five years combination of education experience and training may substitute the degree and experience. Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect. Have a strong desire to work with troubled teens. Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and TB test.
Schedule: Typical schedule: 5 days on - 2 days off. Days of the week may vary. Evening and weekend hours as necessary.
Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!
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 Case Manager, 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.
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Qualifications Behaviors Preferred Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Recreation Therapy, or a related field
- Two years of experience working as a Recreational Therapist
- Alternatively, five years of combined education, experience, and training may substitute for the degree and experience
- Empathy, patience, and respect when working with others
- Strong desire to work with troubled teens
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Ability to pass a drug screening
- Ability to pass a TB test
What We Do
Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and services for troubled and at-risk youth. With 35 years of experience in the juvenile justice industry, Rite of Passage has multiple service divisions that work with nearly 2,000 youth and families daily including schools, community-based services, academic-model programs, gender-specific treatment and secure facilities. The agency and its staff provide targeted services, skill-building opportunities and rich programming that promote youth success within their community, and for life.
