Entry Level Recreation Superintendent Jobs
New grad recreation superintendent jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on program coordination can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, with employers like New York State Office of Mental Health, Youth Villages, and California State University, Long Beach hiring at this level now.
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Recreational Therapist (RECT)-Correctional Facility
Location: Ione, CA
Schedule: Tuesday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $70/hr (Negotiable)
Job Overview
We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Recreational Therapist (RECT) to provide therapeutic recreation services in a correctional facility setting. The ideal candidate will help individuals improve social functioning, develop healthy leisure skills, and achieve their rehabilitation and treatment goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement therapeutic recreation programs and activities.
- Assess and evaluate patients' recreational therapy needs.
- Participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) meetings.
- Coordinate care with clinicians, counselors, and custody staff.
- Promote positive social interactions and appropriate leisure activities.
- Help patients develop coping, communication, and life skills.
- Monitor patient progress and document treatment outcomes.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and reports.
- Support rehabilitation and successful reintegration goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 12 months of recent experience within the last three years performing similar duties.
- Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation.
- Completion of supervised fieldwork approved by NCTRC or CBRPC.
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
Pay: Up to $70.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
License/Certification:
- CTRS (Required)
Work Location: In person
Recreational Therapist (RECT)-Correctional Facility
Location: Ione, CA
Schedule: Tuesday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $70/hr (Negotiable)
Job Overview
We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Recreational Therapist (RECT) to provide therapeutic recreation services in a correctional facility setting. The ideal candidate will help individuals improve social functioning, develop healthy leisure skills, and achieve their rehabilitation and treatment goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement therapeutic recreation programs and activities.
- Assess and evaluate patients' recreational therapy needs.
- Participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) meetings.
- Coordinate care with clinicians, counselors, and custody staff.
- Promote positive social interactions and appropriate leisure activities.
- Help patients develop coping, communication, and life skills.
- Monitor patient progress and document treatment outcomes.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and reports.
- Support rehabilitation and successful reintegration goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 12 months of recent experience within the last three years performing similar duties.
- Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation.
- Completion of supervised fieldwork approved by NCTRC or CBRPC.
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
Pay: Up to $70.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
License/Certification:
- CTRS (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Entry Level Recreation Superintendent Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level recreation superintendent job?
Entry level recreation superintendent employers look for candidates with hands-on experience managing programs, facilities, or community events, even at a small scale. Internships with parks and recreation departments, volunteer coordination roles, or campus recreation positions give you a concrete edge. Highlighting specific programs you planned, participant numbers, or safety certifications like CPR and First Aid makes an application stand out at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level recreation superintendents?
Companies hiring entry level recreation superintendents right now include New York State Office of Mental Health, Youth Villages, and California State University, Long Beach, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal parks and recreation departments, community center networks, and sports facility operators are among the most active employers at this level.
Are there remote entry level recreation superintendent jobs?
Yes, though most positions are on-site given the facility and program oversight involved. About 0% of entry level recreation superintendent openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to focus on program planning, scheduling, or administrative coordination rather than direct facility management.
Are these new grad recreation superintendent jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or volunteer work toward requirements, or values a portfolio of programs you have coordinated over a lengthy work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level recreation superintendents?
Entry Level recreation superintendent roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate ongoing community programs, seasonal facilities, and public recreation services that consistently need coordinators and supervisors starting at the junior level.