Top 121 Recreation Jobs in Connecticut

Director of Extended Day Programs and Day Camp
TOWN OF REDDING —Redding, CT
- $62,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Word processing
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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RECREATION/AQUATICS COORDINATOR - Pending vacancy
City of Fairfield, CT —Fairfield, CT
- $66,881 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
Sports and Recreation Coordinator
JCC of Greater New Haven —Woodbridge, CT
- $45,000 - $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Director of Therapeutic Recreation
Hamden Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center —Hamden, CT
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Park Ranger
City of Stamford —Stamford, CT
- $21 an hour
- Temporary
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Communication skills
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Recreation and Club Sports Coordinator
University of Hartford —West Hartford, CT
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Office
Recreation Program Coordinator/Camp Director
Town of Monroe - CT —Monroe, CT
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Therapeutic Recreation Director TRD
HavenCare at Hancock Hall —Danbury, CT
- 8 hour shift
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Cleaning
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Therapeutic Recreation Assistant (Part time)
Seabury —Bloomfield, CT
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Customer service
- US work authorization
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Recreation Director
Wilton Meadows Health Care Center —Wilton, CT
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Mid-level
- Rehabilitation center
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Program Coordinator
WCOA —Wallingford, CT
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Leadership
- Public Health
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Recreational Gymnastics Class Instructor
Empire All Star Cheerleading & Gymnastics —Berlin, CT
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
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Therapeutic Educational and Recreational Specialist
Oak Hill —Waterbury, CT
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Organizational skills
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Therapeutic Recreation Director
Civita Care Bayview —Waterford, CT
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Psychology
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Therapeutic Recreation Director
Complete Care at Meriden —Meriden, CT
- Full-time
- Computer skills
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
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Recreation Sports & Activites Leader
City of Norwalk, CT —Norwalk, CT
- $24 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Therapeutic Recreation / Activities Specialist
Hebrew Center for Health & Rehabilitation —West Hartford, CT
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Retirement plan
Parks and Fields Ranger
Town of Greenwich, CT —Field Point, CT
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
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Activities Assistant
Trinity Health Senior Communities —West Hartford, CT
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Entry level
Activities Director
Villa Maria Nursing and Rehabilitation —Plainfield, CT
- 8 hour shift
- Skilled nursing facility
- Nursing home
- Entry level
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Director of Extended Day Programs and Day Camp

TOWN OF REDDING -
Redding, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$62,000 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Pension plan
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Computer operation
Program design
Word processing
Writing skills
Employee relationship building
Hiring
Driver's License
Education
Bachelor's degree
Recruiting
Child supervision
Productivity software
Activity planning for children
Stakeholder relationship building
Camp experience

Full Job Description

The Town of Redding, CT (population 9,000) is accepting applications for the Director of Extended Day Programs in the Park and Recreation Department. This position is located in the Redding Community Center. Please see below for a detailed job description and list of qualifications.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

This position is a Full Time, Salaried Position, Monday through Friday. Salary: $62,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. A full benefits package is provided, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; Health Saving Account contribution; CMERS defined benefit pension plan; and paid vacation, sick time, personal days, and holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or Education and two years of related experience or equivalent. Must possess a valid motor vehicle driver’s license.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Under general supervision of the Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, the Director of Extended Day Programs plans, organizes, and supervises a comprehensive after school childcare program for town children K-4th grade and acts as the Day Camp Director in the summer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Staffs and participates in the direct supervision and coordination of the after school childcare program for children in Kindergarten to 4th grade on a daily basis.

Staffs and participates in the direct supervision and coordination of Park and Recreation’s Summer Day Camp program for children entering Kindergarten to 6th grade.

Coordinates school vacation camps and staffing.

Supervises the program staff of counselors and program coordinators; implements the registration process and collection of fees; parent contacts.

Coordinates as needed support staff for children with special challenges.

Interviews and hires program staff, maintains attendance, revenue, and incident records; submits monthly reports to the Director and the Parks and Recreation Commission; attends meetings as needed.

Performs office duties, prepares, and distributes monthly reports, newsletters, forms, and manuals.

Organizes special events, trips, and activities.

Collects and distributes school announcements and maintains partnership with school personnel.

Publicizes program special activities; orders materials, supplies and snack items.

Maintains a high level of safety within the program, submits weekly payroll; manages petty cash; assists in budget preparation.

Coordinates before and after school childcare programs as needed by the community.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY: Considerable knowledge of child development.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation and leisure services administration, and related public administration.

Knowledge and ability to operate a personal computer using email, Word, and Excel software.

Knowledge of community needs and recreational program options.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Ability to plan both short- and long-term recreational programs.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superior, subordinate staff, other agencies, and the general public.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT OPERATION:

Operates assigned recreation vehicles, specialized computer systems (Rec Trac) for recreational programs, copiers, fax machine and voice mail.

REQUIRED PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Sitting at a desk, walking, or standing at a specified work area and performs required work tasks continuously for extended periods of time; traveling often, and at frequent intervals, to program sites, meetings, seminars, etc.; lifting and moving boxes and equipment.

Applications may be obtained at the Town of Redding’s website at https://townofreddingct.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Application-Park-and-RecRev2.pdf and must be submitted along with a resume and cover letter to Rob Blick, Director of Parks and Recreation, at [email protected].

Alternatively, application materials may be mailed to: Town of Redding Parks and Recreation, P.O. Box 1071, Redding, CT 06875. Position will remain posted until filled.

The Town of Redding provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to the closing date.

The Town of Redding is AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Pay: $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Recreation or Education: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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