Top 29 Recreation Jobs in Durham Nc

RECREATIONAL THERAPIST BUTNER, NC
NEW HOPE NC I INC —Butner, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- HIPAA
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Recreation Coordinator (Athletics)
City of Durham —Durham, NC
- $64,507 - $74,668 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
9d
Recreation Specialist (Aquatics)
City of Durham —Durham, NC
- $49,737 - $77,169 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Eagles Landing Park Center Manager
Town of Holly Springs —Holly Springs, NC
- $79,322.62 - $118,983.94 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
5d
Life Enrichment Assistant
Waltonwood —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Entry level
7d
Vice President Lifestyle
Allegro Living, LLC —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- 5 years
- Public speaking
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8d
SHC Activities Assistant
Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community —Raleigh, NC
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
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14d
Child Welfare Residential Case Aide (Full-Time, Temporary)
Wake County Government —Raleigh, NC
- $20.00 - $29.36 an hour
- Temporary
- Writing skills
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
Activities Assistant
SearStone Retirement Community —Cary, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Older adults
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Maintenance Assistant (Park Maintenance)
City of Durham —Durham, NC
- $25.09 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Sanitation
- Data entry
- 1 year
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LSE Program Support Assistant
Town of Apex, NC —Apex, NC
- $18.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Word processing
Child and Adolescent Life Specialist - PRN
Duke Health —Durham, NC
- PRN
- Hospital
- Bachelor's degree
- Pediatrics
Activities Assistant
Waltonwood Lead Mine —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Driving
- In-person
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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LSE Park Attendant
Town of Apex, NC —Apex, NC
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
PARK AMBASSADOR- DOWNTOWN CARY PARK- TEMP
Town of Cary, NC —Cary, NC
- $16.00 - $19.51 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
10d
Program Assistant II
Town of Holly Springs —Holly Springs, NC
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT- COMMUNITY RECREATION- TEMP
Town of cary —Cary, NC
- Temporary
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Research
12d
Marketing Coordinator – Land Planning and Recreation
McGill Associates, PA —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
2d
LSE Program Support Assistant - Specialized Recreation Programs
Town of Apex, NC —Apex, NC
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Recreational Gymnastics Class Coach
Oak City Gymnastics —Durham, NC
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Sanitation
- Cleaning
- Teaching
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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RECREATIONAL THERAPIST BUTNER, NC

NEW HOPE NC I INC -
Butner, NC

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Job Details

Qualifications

Youth recreational activities facilitation
Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Recreation therapy
Program design
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Professional ethics
Group facilitation in therapy
Child behavior management
Care documentation
De-escalation techniques
Emergency response in crisis intervention
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Child safety supervision
CTRS
Implementing behavioral health therapy programs
Emotional safety support
Trauma-informed therapy
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Computer skills
Clinical documentation standards
Safety standard operating procedures
Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination experience
Group counseling
Therapy progress note documentation

Full Job Description

Position Summary

Since our opening in 1987, New Hope Treatment Centers has been a welcoming place for young people in moments of crisis. Our programs have played a role in countless success stories, thanks to our relational approach to behavioral healthcare. The Recreation Therapist assists with all aspects of Recreation Therapy, a service designed to improve or maintain physical, cognitive, social, and emotional functioning, to facilitate full participation in life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Organizes, implements, and oversees Recreational Therapy activities in alignment with individualized treatment plans.
Ensures accurate and timely communication of resident progress to all appropriate members of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
Maintains responsibility for resident safety and supervision during all recreational and therapeutic activities.
Attends Treatment Team meetings, planning sessions, and critical reviews as assigned to support effective communication among residential, clinical, and administrative staff regarding recreation services.
Plans, coordinates, and facilitates special events and therapeutic programming.
Develops and posts a monthly calendar outlining scheduled recreational activities and programming.
Develops and implements individualized treatment plans, including measurable goals and appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation of resident behavior, interventions provided, and treatment effectiveness in accordance with organizational standards and required timeframes.
Maintains professional boundaries and adheres to all confidentiality requirements, including compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Participating in Treatment Team functions as an active interdisciplinary team member.
Maintains flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Performs other duties as assigned, consistent with the nature and scope of the position.

Competencies

The Recreation Therapist must demonstrate competence in the following areas:

Therapeutic Programming: Ability to develop and facilitate structured recreational activities that support emotional, behavioral, and social development.

Behavior Management: Knowledge of behavior management techniques and ability to support youth with emotional and behavioral challenges.
Trauma-Informed Care: Applies trauma-informed approaches when engaging youth in therapeutic recreation activities.
Group Facilitation: Skilled in leading therapeutic groups that promote teamwork, coping skills, and positive peer interaction.
Crisis Intervention: Ability to safely respond to behavioral crises using de-escalation techniques and approved intervention methods.
Communication & Collaboration: Works effectively with clinicians, residential staff, and leadership as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Documentation & Compliance: Maintains accurate activity notes and documentation in accordance with program policies and regulatory standards.
Safety Awareness: Ensures a safe environment during recreational activities and follows all safety protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (ideally in Recreation) with CTRS Certification and a minimum of one year experience in Rec Therapy
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, if transportation or community coordination is required.
Ability to pass required background checks, drug screening, and any state-mandated employment clearances.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with children, adolescents, or individuals in behavioral health, residential treatment, or human services settings.
Familiarity with North Carolina behavioral health regulations and service systems.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain organized records.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Professional judgment, discretion, and ethical conduct.
Proficiency with electronic health records and standard office technology.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Work is performed in an environment that may involve exposure to emotionally distressed individuals.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and use standard office equipment.
Ability to respond to crisis situations, which may require quick movement.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential.

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recreation jobs in durham nc

RECREATIONAL THERAPIST BUTNER, NC

Recreation Coordinator (Athletics)

Recreation Specialist (Aquatics)

Eagles Landing Park Center Manager

Life Enrichment Assistant

Vice President Lifestyle

SHC Activities Assistant

Child Welfare Residential Case Aide (Full-Time, Temporary)

Activities Assistant

Maintenance Assistant (Park Maintenance)

LSE Program Support Assistant

Child and Adolescent Life Specialist - PRN

Activities Assistant

LSE Park Attendant

PARK AMBASSADOR- DOWNTOWN CARY PARK- TEMP

Program Assistant II

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT- COMMUNITY RECREATION- TEMP

Marketing Coordinator – Land Planning and Recreation

LSE Program Support Assistant - Specialized Recreation Programs

Recreational Gymnastics Class Coach

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