Recreation and Wellness Program Supervisor

Lead with Purpose. Empower with Compassion.

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Position Snapshot

Location: New Bern, NC

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, with some weekends required

Pay: Salary starting at $43,000

Work Setting: On-site at our EMPOWER program in New Bern

Position Type: Full-time

Make an Impact With Us

Do you want work that makes a meaningful difference in your community? Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Recreation & Wellness Supervisor to join our team at New Bern EMPOWER Program.

As a Recreation & Wellness Supervisor, you'll bring energy, creativity, and leadership to programs that enrich the lives of the members we support. From planning exciting activities and wellness initiatives to leading a team of dedicated direct support professionals, you'll help create meaningful experiences, encourage community involvement, and make every day engaging and enjoyable. If you love motivating others, thinking outside the box, and making a positive impact, this role is for you!

What You’ll Do .

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

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who brings the experience, skills, and commitment needed to succeed in this role.

• 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

Why Join Easterseals PORT Health?

Easterseals PORT Health is a trusted and compassionate organization providing disability, mental health, and substance use services across North Carolina and Virginia. Purpose, dedication, and empathy guide the way we support our neighbors and one another.

For eligible positions, our total rewards package may include:

• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage + FSA
• Life and disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services
• Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility where applicable

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health helps people with disabilities, mental health and/or substance use challenges, their families, and our employees embrace their potential, access opportunities, build resilience and thrive. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery.

Our 2,800-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 children, 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.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply! Need assistance with the application process or an accommodation? Contact recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com.

Learn More About the Program

https://eastersealsport.com/empower-after-school/