What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Specialist position at Saint Joe's?
Join Our Team as a Recreation Specialist!
Full-Time | Schedule Varies | May Include Evenings & Weekends
Location: Saint Joe's, Sharonville, OH
Bring Joy. Build Community. Make a Difference.
At Saint Joe's, we create a true home for adults and children with developmental disabilities and complex support needs. Our team is passionate about inclusion, dignity, and personalized care—and we’re looking for a Recreation Specialist to help bring meaningful, person-centered experiences to the individuals we support.
About The Role
As a Recreation Specialist, you'll lead engaging activities and community outings that enhance our residents’ quality of life. From cottage crafts to community partnerships, you'll help create joyful moments, build relationships, and support each resident's goals and dreams.
️ What You’ll Do
Because we care for our staff the way we care for our residents—with respect, support, and real benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits
Ready to bring your creativity and compassion to a team that values both?
Submit your application.
Full-Time | Schedule Varies | May Include Evenings & Weekends
Location: Saint Joe's, Sharonville, OH
Bring Joy. Build Community. Make a Difference.
At Saint Joe's, we create a true home for adults and children with developmental disabilities and complex support needs. Our team is passionate about inclusion, dignity, and personalized care—and we’re looking for a Recreation Specialist to help bring meaningful, person-centered experiences to the individuals we support.
About The Role
As a Recreation Specialist, you'll lead engaging activities and community outings that enhance our residents’ quality of life. From cottage crafts to community partnerships, you'll help create joyful moments, build relationships, and support each resident's goals and dreams.
️ What You’ll Do
- Plan and lead engaging on-site and community-based activities
- Collaborate with team members to develop person-centered recreation plans
- Support and guide Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in activity implementation
- Train and supervise volunteers during events and outings
- Maintain accurate documentation and provide assessments to the QIDP
- Participate in weekly swim sessions and monthly activity planning
- Coordinate supplies and manage logistics for scheduled events
- Provide safe transportation for residents (small van or bus – freeway & city driving)
- Minimum age: 18
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience: 1 year working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
- Bonus: College coursework in Recreation Therapy or Special Education is a plus
- Must be comfortable assisting with physical care, transfers, and swimming in a shallow pool
Because we care for our staff the way we care for our residents—with respect, support, and real benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits
- Employer-paid short-term & long-term disability life insurance
- Health, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance plans
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Loan Program
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Competitive pay
- Supportive, mission-driven team
- Meaningful work with real impact
- Opportunities for growth and development
Ready to bring your creativity and compassion to a team that values both?
Submit your application.