Top 11 Recreational therapist manager Jobs in Connecticut

Recreational Therapist Manager
Harc Inc —Hartford, CT
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Teen Outreach Program (TOP)-Facilitator
United Services, Inc. - Connecticut —Wauregan, CT
- $19.00 - $21.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- Mileage reimbursement
- AD&D insurance
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Engagement Director The Residence at South Windsor
LCB Senior Living —South Windsor, CT
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Recreational Therapist - PHP Child and Adolescent
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital —Torrington, CT
- Part-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Recreational Therapist Aide - PT - 24hr - Day - $10K SIGN ON BONUS
Northwell Health —Sharon, CT
- $17.60 - $33.48 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospital
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
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Milieu Counselor/Clinician
Newport Healthcare —Bethlehem, CT
- $27.80 - $35.38 an hour
- On call
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Master's degree
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Clinician - Level 2 - Per-Diem
COMMUNITY RENEWAL TEAM INC —Hartford, CT
- $20 an hour
- Per diem
- LMFT
- Spanish
- Pass drug screening
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Youth Substance Prevention Coalition Leader
United Services, Inc. - Connecticut —Mansfield Center, CT
- $19.00 - $21.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- Mileage reimbursement
- AD&D insurance
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Residential Trainer
Community Options Residential Services Inc —Litchfield, CT
- $19.00 - $19.50 an hour
- Overnight shift
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
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Hospitalist MD/DO – Step-Down Unit - MidState Medical Center
MidState Medical Center —Meriden, CT
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Medicine
- BLS Certification
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Recreational Therapist Manager

Harc Inc -
Hartford, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$55,000 - $65,000 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Recreation therapy
Productivity software
Progress documentation

Full Job Description

Recreational Therapist Manager Job Description

About Harc

Harc provides support for a lifetime to individuals with intellectual and related disabilities and their families, so they may enjoy lives of quality, inclusion, and dignity. We are a vibrant nonprofit organization based in Hartford, Connecticut, offering a range of person-centered services including residential support, employment and day programs, family support, recreation, community engagement, and more.

Position Summary

The Recreation Therapist Manager provides leadership, coordination, and therapeutic recreation expertise for Harc’s Children’s Community Engagement Program. This role is responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving inclusive recreational, social, and skill-building programming for children and young adults with intellectual, emotional, and physical disabilities.

The Recreation Therapist Manager ensures that program activities are developmentally appropriate, person-centered, community-based, and aligned with each participant’s interests, strengths, support needs, and family input. This position supervises and guides direct support staff, coordinates community-based activities, monitors program quality, and promotes meaningful engagement, inclusion, independence, and quality of life for participants.

Core Responsibilities

This position requires flexibility, including evening and weekend hoursas well ason-callduringtimes of programoperation.
Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation and community engagement programming for children and young adults with intellectual, emotional, and physical disabilities.
Plan inclusive recreational, social, and skill-building activities that are developmentallyappropriate, person-centered, and responsive to participant interests and support needs.
Evaluate program effectiveness, participant engagement, activity outcomes, and overall service quality.
Adapt activities and environments to support participation by individuals with diverse intellectual, emotional, behavioral, communication, sensory, and physical needs.
Supervise, coach, and guide Direct Support Professionals and other program staff during recreational and community-based activities.
Providestaff guidance on adaptive recreation strategies, positive engagement, social skill development, and individualizedsupportswithin a group-based service model.
Coordinate schedules, staffing assignments, supplies, activitylogistics, and community-based programming opportunities.
Build andmaintainrelationships with community partners, recreational facilities, civic organizations, and other inclusive activity providers.
Support safe participation in community settings by implementing supervision plans, risk awareness practices, and program protocols.
Maintainaccuratedocumentation related to participation, attendance, activity planning, program outcomes, incidents, and participant progress.
Communicate regularly with families, guardians, program leadership, DDS representatives, and interdisciplinary team members.
Contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts by reviewing data,identifyingtrends, and recommending program enhancements.

Ensure services reflectHarc’scommitment to dignity, inclusion, person-centered planning, and meaningful community participation.
Additionalresponsibilities may be assigned.

Key Competencies

Strong knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles, adaptive recreation, and community-based inclusion
Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate recreational programming for individuals with intellectual, emotional, and physical disabilities
Effective supervisory, coaching, and team leadership skills
Strong communicationskills with participants, families, staff, community partners, and program leadership
Ability to adapt activities to meet diverse developmental, behavioral, sensory, communication, and physical support needs
Sound judgment, professionalism, and attention to safety in community settings
Strong organizational skills, including scheduling, documentation, and activity coordination
Commitment to person-centered practices, dignity, inclusion, and participant choice
Ability to support positive social engagement, peer interaction, and skill development
Flexible, collaborative, and solution-oriented approach to program operations

Qualifications

Five years of experience in a rehabilitation therapeutic recreation program performing such activities as program evaluation, planning, and application for individuals with intellectual, emotional, and physical disabilities.
College training in a recognized therapeutic recreation discipline may be substituted for the required experienceon the basis offifteen semester hours equaling one-half year of experience, up to a maximum substitution of four years for aBachelor’sdegree.
Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, recreation therapy, human services, special education, rehabilitation, or a related field preferred.
Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesstronglypreferred.
Experience supervising or coaching direct support staff preferred.
Knowledge of adaptive recreation, inclusive programming, community-basedsupports, and person-centered planning preferred.

Strong written and verbal communication skillsrequired.
Ability tomaintainaccuratedocumentation and support program reporting requirements.
Proficiencywith Microsoft Office and ability to learn required documentation, scheduling, and data systems.
Reliable attendance, strong time management, and ability toworka flexible schedule, including evenings or weekends as program needs require.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with employer contribution
Generous paid time off
Professional development and training opportunities
Meaningful work supporting children, young adults, and families in inclusive community settings

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about therapeutic recreation, community inclusion, and supporting children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build skills, relationships, confidence, and independence, we encourage you to apply.

This is an exciting opportunity to help lead a meaningful community-based program at Harc and make a positive impact every day.

Harc is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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