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Recreation Specialist
Self Determined Futures L.L.C —Riverside, CA
- From $30 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Bilingual
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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City of Rialto, CA —Rialto, CA
- $20.68 - $22.80 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
Recreation Specialist
City of Rialto —Rialto, CA
- $20.68 - $22.80 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- US work authorization
- Military encouraged
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Pali Mountain —Running Springs, CA
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- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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Recreation Specialist

Self Determined Futures L.L.C
Riverside, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $30 an hour
3 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Bilingual
CPR Certification
Working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders
Multilingual
Working with individuals with cognitive disabilities
Working with children
First Aid Certification
Adolescents
Working with children with disabilities
Working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
Disability services

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Job Description

Job Title: Recreation Specialist

Company: Self Determined Futures L.L.C

Location: Riverside, Ca

Type: Full time

Pay: Range $30.00/hr

Expected Hours: 8 hours a day (Saturday and Sunday) Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Company Overview:

Self Determined Futures L.L.C is a small, professional, innovative, and social business located in Los Angeles, CA, dedicated to working with individuals with developmental disabilities. We have various offices throughout Southern California, providing a modern, safe, and relaxed office setting with opportunities for growth in a lively atmosphere.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Recreation Specialist to join our team. This individual will be responsible for planning, organizing, and facilitating recreational and social activities for adolescents (ages 12–22) with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in accordance with Regional Centers’ Social Recreation qualifications. The Recreation Specialist will design inclusive programs that promote positive social interactions, enhance communication skills, and support peer relationships through structured, age-appropriate programming. This role is essential in fostering social integration, improving overall well-being, and supporting skill development.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and implement engaging recreation and leisure activities (e.g., sports, arts & crafts, games, group outings) that promote socialization, cooperation, and communication among adolescents with IDD.
Ensure all activities are inclusive and accessible to individuals with diverse abilities.
Assist families in identifying and enrolling in suitable social recreation programs.
Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where participants feel encouraged to express themselves and connect with peers.
Use evidence-based strategies and techniques to support the development of social skills such as turn-taking, conflict resolution, active listening, and emotional regulation.
Collaborate with families, support staff, therapists, and educators to align programming with each participant’s individual support needs and goals.
Monitor group dynamics, provide positive behavior support, and address challenging behaviors using proactive, respectful approaches.
Track participant progress and provide written documentation on social skill development and participation outcomes.
Coordinate transportation arrangements to ensure participants can attend activities safely and reliably.
Accompany individuals to activities and provide support as needed to enhance participation and engagement.
Promote self-determination, independence, and meaningful social inclusion within the community.
Outreach in the Riverside area, to bring awareness to our program and gain new clients.

Qualifications:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field (experience may be substituted for education in some cases).
Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of inclusive recreational programming and adaptive techniques.
Strong understanding of social skill development, behavior supports, and inclusive recreational strategies.
Patience, creativity, and ability to motivate and engage youth with diverse needs and interests.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
Experience using social skills curricula or group facilitation techniques such as PEERS®, Zones of Regulation, or Social Thinking®.
Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

If you are passionate about supporting individuals in crisis and have the ability to navigate diverse community settings, we encourage you to apply for this dynamic role at Self Determined Futures L.L.C. Join us and make a difference in the community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Are you available to work M-F 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.?
Are you available to work on the weekends (every Saturday and Sunday)?

Experience:

Recreation: 1 year (Required)
working with disabled individual: 1 year (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Riverside, CA 92501 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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