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RECREATION COORDINATOR: THE BEST JOB IN THE UNIVERSE
Are you tired of boring desk jobs? Do you want to get paid to play, explore and change lives every single day?
Davis Stuart is looking for a high-energy, creative and dependable Recreation Coordinator to lead our campus activities in beautiful Lewisburg, West Virginia. If you are a natural leader who loves sports, the outdoors and mentoring youth, your dream job just found you!
ATTENTION REGIONAL CANDIDATES: THE PERFECT COMMUTE!
We welcome and invite applicants from all nearby communities across both the West Virginia and Virginia lines! Enjoy a scenic drive to work. Our commuter paths include:
Under 15 Minutes Away: Ronceverte, Fairlea, & White Sulphur Springs, WV.
20 to 30-Minute Drive: Union, Caldwell, & Alderson, WV.
30 to 35-Minute Drive: Rainelle, Rupert, Meadow Bridge, Sandstone, & Green Sulphur Springs, WV.
35 to 45-Minute Drive: Covington & Clifton Forge, VA, as well as Shady Spring & Beaver, WV (Eastern Beckley outskirts).
THE ULTIMATE WORK SCHEDULE
Wednesday through Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Ditch the 9-to-5 Grind: Zero morning alarms required. Win your mornings back for yourself and make Monday/Tuesday your official weekend when the rest of the world is working!
The Mission: Weekend programming and resident activities are our top priority.
Note: Hours may occasionally vary to accommodate epic special events, holidays and organizational needs.
WHY THIS IS THE ULTIMATE GIG
Get Paid to Be Active: From campus sports to indoor/outdoor adventures, you are the engine of fun.
Make a Massive Impact: Use games and activities to build confidence, life skills and social skills in incredible residents.
No Two Days Are Alike: You will design community outings, holiday events and seasonal programs.
WHAT YOU’LL ACTUALLY DO (FRONT & CENTER)
Program Planning & Coordination: Develop, organize, and implement engaging daily, monthly and seasonal recreation programming. This includes community outings, special events, and weekend activities that provide a perfect balance of physical activity, life skills, community engagement and resident interests.
Safety & Supervision: Ensure the safety, supervision and appropriate behavior of residents during all recreation activities. You will lead off-campus trips, aquatic activities, and community events while strictly following all agency safety procedures.
Collaboration & Communication: Coordinate recreation programming seamlessly with residential, education, nursing, transportation and other departments while maintaining timely communication, documentation and activity schedules.
Manage the Goods: Keep our sports facilities, inventory, and gear clean, safe and ready for action
Own the Budget: Plan annual expenses and buy the coolest recreation therapy gear and supplies.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE
The Brains: 1 year of related experience planning high-energy outdoor activities, sports, and creative events. Dedicated to youth mentorship, dependable campus leadership and maintaining a safe, active environment.
Lifeguard Certification: Ability to successfully complete and maintain CPR, First Aid and Lifeguard certifications. Don't have it yet? No worries—training is fully provided and required by Davis Stuart!
The Brawn: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. regularly, and up to 100 lbs. occasionally during heavy activities.
The Basics: A valid driver’s license and basic math, computer and writing skills.
The Vibe: Integrity, emotional control and deep sensitivity to the cultural and socio-economic characteristics of our residents and staff.
The Background: Ability to pass fingerprinting and clearance through WV CARES and APS/CPS. Davis Stuart is a licensed residential facility. All employment offers are strictly contingent upon a clear fingerprint-based background check and registry search through the West Virginia Clearance for Access: Registry and Employment Screening (WV CARES) program. Applicants with disqualifying offenses under W. Va. Code R. § 71-11-2 cannot be hired. However, candidates with minor, non-violent historic offenses who are eligible to pursue a WV CARES Variance Request are welcome to apply.
Screening: Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Note: We test for THC, but legal hemp/delta variants are permitted with prior disclosure and proof of store receipt/packaging.
THE NITTY-GRITTY
Location: Lewisburg / Southeastern West Virginia area.
Environment: Fun, active, and indoor/ outdoors.
Perks: Comprehensive training, career growth, and the chance to say you have the coolest job on Earth.
COMPENSATIONS & PERKS
Hourly Rate: $13.22 - $13.62 per hour (Based on experience).
Paid Training: We cover your certifications—get paid while you learn!
Stop scrolling and start leading. Apply today to become our next Recreation Coordinator!
Pay: $13.22 - $13.62 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $14