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Activity & Leisure SpecialistCunningham Children's Home • Urbana, IL, United States
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Activity & Leisure Specialist

Activity & Leisure Specialist

Cunningham Children's Home • Urbana, IL, United States
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Activity Leisure Specialist

Location : Urbana, IL

Organization : Cunningham Childrens Home

Cunningham Childrens Home in Urbana, IL a residential treatment program serving youth with emotional and behavioral disabilities is seeking a dedicated Activity Leisure Specialist to join our Special Therapies team.

In this role, youll help plan and lead goal-oriented sports, recreation, and leisure activities that support our clients social, emotional, and physical well-being. Working closely with the Special Therapies team, youll assess needs, design engaging programs, and help youth build skills, confidence, and healthy coping tools through recreation and community activities.

At Cunningham, our work is guided by our values of spirituality, teamwork, integrity, and respect. We offer outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the rewarding experience of making a lasting impact on young lives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, implement, and evaluate recreation, art, music, and leisure programs based on individual client goals.
  • Coordinate schedules for therapeutic services, sports, and off-campus activities.
  • Facilitate and supervise youth in team sports, group activities, and community outings.
  • Maintain recreation facilities, equipment, and sensory supplies.
  • Provide documentation and reports on client participation and progress.
  • Support and collaborate with staff, volunteers, and partner agencies for special events and ongoing programming.

Qualifications

  • Education :
  • Bachelors degree in a human services field and at least 3 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and / or in mental health settings preferred.
  • Applicants with a high school diploma or GED must have at least 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Certifications :
  • Must be CPR and First Aid certified (or able to complete certification during introductory period).
  • Willingness to complete American Red Cross lifeguard training for summer programming.
  • Additional Requirements :
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Valid Illinois drivers license, proof of auto insurance, and a driving record meeting agency standards.
  • Must successfully complete background checks, physical, TB screening, and required trainings.

    • Schedule

  • Core schedule : MondayThursday, 9 : 30 a.m.6 : 00 p.m. and Friday, 8 : 30 a.m.5 : 00 p.m. (40 hours / week).
  • Flexibility required for occasional evening or weekend events.

    • Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance
  • We also offer our employees a professional PSLF resource, BenElevate, to help navigate the loan forgiveness process.

    • Join Our Team

    Cunningham Childrens Home is a place where you can make a difference every day while working alongside a compassionate, mission-driven team. If youre passionate about helping youth thrive through recreation, creativity, and connection, wed love to hear from you.

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