Top 111 Recreation management Jobs in Illinois

Director of Expressive Therapy
Meadowview Behavioral Hospital —Peoria, IL
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Activity Director
Eden Senior Care —Barrington, IL
- $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Team management
- Organizational skills
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Activities Director
Healthcare Company —Downers Grove, IL
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- 2 years
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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General Manager – Sports & Recreation Facility
Pickleball X —Waukegan, IL
- From $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- 21 years or older
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Activities Director
Carlinville Rehabilitation and Health Care Center —Carlinville, IL
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Recreation Supervisor
Sertoma Star Services —Lansing, IL
- $36,000 - $52,000 a year
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Management
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Recreation Leader/Kids Plus Summer Program - 8.0 hours/day - up to 16 positions available (based upon student enrollment)
Champaign Unit 4 School District —Champaign, IL
- $18.60 an hour
- Seasonal
- High school diploma or GED
- Working with children
- Reliable transportation
- Paid training
Park Manager
Kids Empire Illinois LLC —Algonquin, IL
- $58,656 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Sanitation
- English
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Sachs Recreation Center General Manager (Full-Time)
Deerfield Park District —Deerfield, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 3 years
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Assistant Facility Manager
VERNON HILLS PARK DISTRICT —Vernon Hills, IL
- $56,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- English
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Recreation Supervisor
Glencoe Park District —Glencoe, IL
- $55,307 - $80,195 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Recreation Supervisor - Athletics
BENSENVILLE PARK DISTRICT —Bensenville, IL
- $49,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
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PARK SUPERVISOR
Norridge Park District —Norridge, IL
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Activities Director
Colonnade Senior Living —O'Fallon, IL
- $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
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Director of Memory Care
The Sheridan at Tyler Creek —Elgin, IL
- From $62,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- English
- Driving
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Activity Director
Heritage Woods of DeKalb —DeKalb, IL
- $21 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Park Assistant Manager
Kids Empire Illinois LLC —Evanston, IL
- $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Sanitation
- English
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Recreation Supervisor - School Age Programs
NORTHBROOK PARK DISTRICT —Northbrook, IL
- $68,000 - $76,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Activity Director- 1st shift
Grand Victorian of Rockford —Rockford, IL
- $21.00 - $23.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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General Manager – Sports & Recreation Facility
PK Nation Waukegan —Waukegan, IL
- From $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Director of Expressive Therapy

Meadowview Behavioral Hospital
Peoria, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $80,000 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Team leadership
Group facilitation in therapy
Care documentation
Clinical staff training
Bachelor's degree
Clinical training
Team training
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Patient interaction
Productivity software
Professional development training
Group counseling

Full Job Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS DIRECTOR OF EXPRESSIVE THERAPY!

Annual bonus opportunity!

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?

Meadowview Behavioral Hospital is seeking a passionate, organized, and clinically grounded leader to serve as our Director of Expressive Therapy. This role provides leadership, coordination, and clinical oversight of therapeutic activity programming across patient populations, ensuring services align with individualized treatment plans, regulatory standards, and the hospital’s therapeutic mission.

The Director of Expressive Therapy partners closely with interdisciplinary teams to deliver meaningful, structured, and developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions that support patient engagement, skill-building, and recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee all Expressive Therapy programming across assigned patient populations, ensuring alignment with treatment plans and clinical goals.
Provide clinical leadership in assessing patients’ psychosocial, leisure, and recreational needs and translating findings into therapeutic interventions.
Plan, implement, and evaluate group and individual activity therapy interventions within the facility and, as appropriate, in approved off-unit settings.
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of therapeutic services, including daily progress notes and treatment-related updates.
Serve as a clinical resource to interdisciplinary treatment teams by providing feedback on patient participation, progress, and therapeutic response.
Provide education, guidance, and in-service training to staff regarding activity therapy concepts, group dynamics, and therapeutic engagement.
Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, including oversight of activity spaces, supplies, and equipment.
Apply appropriate crisis intervention techniques and support patients in achieving optimal levels of independent functioning.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives, staff development activities, and required meetings.
Ensure adherence to hospital policies, departmental procedures, and confidentiality standards.
Support therapeutic programming across adolescent, adult, geriatric, and chemically dependent populations using age-appropriate and population-specific approaches.

Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:

Education & Licensure: Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy, Expressive Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or a related behavioral health field required. Current clinical licensure or certification preferred, as applicable to discipline.
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or substance use treatment settings preferred. Minimum three (3) years’ experience facilitating therapeutic groups and working within interdisciplinary treatment teams.
Additional Requirements:
- Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to lead groups, educate staff, and engage diverse patient populations
- Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:

401(k) + matching
Health insurance
100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Cafeteria on site
Employee engagement events
Employee assistance program
Employee recognition program
Free parking

What sets us apart:

Career & training development opportunities
Dynamic and inclusive work environment
Engaged management team dedicated to your success
A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Select benefits are available only to full-time positions. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.

Compensation:

This is a full-time position with an expected compensation range of $70,000 – $80,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Join us as our Director of Expressive Therapy!

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service

Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.

To learn more about MBH, visit us at: https://meadowviewbehavioralhospital.com/

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S.

Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service

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At Meadowview Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

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