MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES.
BE PART OF OUR TEAM IN PALM BEACH COUNTY!
Transform lives through meaningful recreation programs. Imagine the impact you can make in the lives of others while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
This is an incredible opportunity to use your education and talents to:
- Create and implement goal-based recreation programs for people with intellectual, developmental, and/or physical disabilities.
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Organize sport training and competitions for athletes participating in adapted sports, including wheelchair rugby, beep baseball, pickleball, and more.
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Design and instruct innovative skill-building programs like cooking, gardening, and leisure education for adults with intellectual disabilities.
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Lead exciting community outings to local venues and trips to theme parks while teaching valuable life skills and building relationships.
Join a passionate, high-performing team leading the way in the field of Recreation Therapy. The Therapeutic Recreation Section provides an exhilarating work environment, full of variety, positivity, and fun!
YOUR ROLE AND IMPACT
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Plan, adapt, supervise, and evaluate countywide, community-based recreation therapy programs for people of all ages with and without disabilities.
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Implement and lead adapted recreation programs on-site and in the community, including social and skill-building programs, fitness, wellness, adapted sports training, and tournaments.
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Coordinate programs instructed by contractual staff and volunteers.
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Assess recreational needs; research trends; create and distribute promotional materials.
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Provide participant transportation for programs.
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Meet with participants, parents, and organizations to share information, further public relations, promote, and formulate new programs.
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Maintain attendance records, program statistics; order, track, and secure equipment.
We create opportunities for healthy, happy living!
WHAT WE OFFER
A Career with Purpose
- Gain valuable knowledge and skills. Grow with Us.
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Make a difference in the lives of others!
A Workplace that Puts You First
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Work in the beautiful, sunny tropics where work-life balance is a priority
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A positive, supportive work environment with a strong emphasis on overall well-being
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A true culture of teamwork, flexibility, professionalism, and mutual support
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Collaborate with a mission-driven team focused on providing quality, compassionate programming that makes a difference in the community
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A leadership team that works together and understands YOU
A Comprehensive Benefits Package
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Health, dental, life and disability insurance
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Generous vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays annually
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Participation in the Florida Retirement System: your choice of Pension or Investment Plans
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Did you know that your student loans may be forgiven as a public servant? Your time worked as a public servant with Palm Beach County can assist you in having your student loans forgiven through the Public Servant Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
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457(b) deferred compensation program
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Paid parental leave
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Tuition and travel reimbursement for continuing education
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And more!
QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires qualified applicants to possess one of the following:
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A Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Health and Physical Education, or related field; minimum of one (1) year of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities,
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An unrelated Bachelor’s Degree; minimum of two (2) years of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities,
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An Associate’s Degree in Recreation, Health and Physical Education, or related field; minimum of three (3) years of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities,
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An unrelated Associate’s Degree; minimum of four (4) years of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities,
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Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; minimum of five (5) years of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities.
Qualified candidates must obtain Infant, Child and Adult First Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification within six (6) months of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred qualifications include:
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Six (6) months of experience working with people with intellectual or physical disabilities,
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Experience planning, adapting, and implementing recreation programs for people with intellectual or physical disabilities,
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Experience assessing and evaluating recreational needs for people with disabilities,
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Experience writing program goals and objectives, evaluating outcomes,
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Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a Therapeutic Recreation Undergraduate certificate, and
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Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, CTRS (copy of Certification must be uploaded to online application by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date)
COME JOIN OUR TEAM!
Located in sunny South Florida, Palm Beach County is one of the largest of Florida's 67 counties by area. Consisting of a vibrant, growing, multicultural population of over 1.5 million residents, it is also Florida's fourth largest by population. Palm Beach County joins Broward and Miami-Dade as the gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean. The County is located less than one hour from Miami, two and a half hours from Orlando, and a two-hour boat ride to the Bahamas.
The County offers a multitude of cultural attractions such as concerts, professional sporting events, museums, and live theater. The region is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts with many wildlife refuges and natural areas. In addition to its beaches, the County has over 8,000 acres of parkland to discover and explore. County-owned amenities include beaches, parks, golf courses, civic centers, equestrian parks, amphitheaters, and a wide variety of other facilities.
We believe we provide an incredible opportunity to work for one of South Florida's preeminent public employers. We offer impactful work, a culture dedicated to continuous improvement, a phenomenal place to live and work, and an incredible benefits package.
NOTE: It is not necessary to submit another application for this position if you applied 4/8/26 – 4/22/26.
