Activities Coordinator

Alachua Academy is a moderate-risk residential commitment program for girls aged 13 to 18. This program provides youth with comprehensive care, treatment, supervision, and evidence-based intensive mental health & substance abuse services. Youth will also receive psychotherapeutic services, including individual, family, and group counseling, while in the program.

Compensation: $50K Annually

 Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and company-paid Life Insurance within 90 days, Paid Time Off that starts accruing on day one and can be used as soon as it is accrued, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, and much more!  

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What you will do: As an Activities Coordinator/Recreational Therapist, you will Plan, organize, and facilitate all leisure time, physical education, recreational activities, and community activities provided to the youth.  You will also plan and direct group activities aimed at developing appropriate group interactions and behaviors, a sense of teamwork and fairness, interpersonal communication skills and cooperation and ensure that order and discipline are maintained during recreation periods.

To be considered, you should:  

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in P.E., leisure studies recreation, recreation therapy, or closely related field.


• At least one years of experience in group physical education, recreational programs, or recreational therapy


• OR a High School Diploma with three years of experience working with youth in a residential or community setting.


• And two years experience planning and oversight of recreational activities.


• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screening and TB Test.

Schedule: 5 days a week, 8 hours a day.

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As an Activities Coordinator, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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