Lead Recreational Therapist

About the role

Alexander Alexander Youth Network is passionate about helping children overcome their mental health challenges. Our teams are committed to creating an environment that empowers every individual to thrive and make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Develop and carry out recreation therapy for persons with serious emotional and behavioral problems while coordinating with individual service plans, to enhance their kinesthetic, visual-motor, musical, inter-personal and intra-personal skills, as well as naturalist learning processes, and their ability to utilize community resources and support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy required. Will consider 4-year college degree in recreation administration, park and recreation, outdoor recreation, special education, elementary dance education, elementary music education and other related education degrees.
• Minimum of 2 years of mental health experience required.
• Valid NC Driver's License.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Tuition assistance
• 401K
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive health plan prioritizing well-being