Recreation and Wellness Program Supervisor

Our 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia. Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives.

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and organized Program Supervisor to join our EMPOWER Recreation & Wellness program in New Bern.  This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package.  Come join our team and be part of the EMPOWER recreation family!

Full-time Schedule:

• Monday-Friday; 9:00am-5:30pm (with some weekends required)

What You’ll Do

The Recreation and Wellness Supervisor is responsible for the planning, facilitating, and implementation of recreational and wellness activities as well as assisting in the overall operations of all phases of the program. This position has direct supervision of the direct care recreation para-professionals.

• Assist in the recruitment of Direct Support staff including interviews, job shadowing, and hiring process.
• Review participant files and engage with participants in order to fully understand individual's capabilities and appropriate staff assignments.
• Ensure groups and programs are developed and executed with consideration to participant needs, interests, and abilities.

How You’ll Benefit

You’ll earn a competitive salary based on experience and join a growing team making a difference in our community. We offer comprehensive benefits as well as paid training and professional development.

Our benefits include:

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Benefits + an optional Flexible Health Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and more
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What We’re Looking For

• To join our team, you must have Two (2) years of supervisor experience overseeing staff and implementation of activities within the program
• Bachelor's degree in recreation, special education, or related human service field preferred.
• 2 years’ experience with developmental disabilities and mental health populations preferred
• Valid driver's license, good driving record and current auto insurance

Ready to Apply? 

Join a team where work isn’t just something you do — it’s a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at www.eastersealsPORT.com or send your resume to

recruiter@eastersealsucp.com

. 

**Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!**

About Easterseals PORT Health  

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.   

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.    

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!