Recreation Specialist, Weekends

Lambs Farm • Libertyville, IL

1d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

At Lambs Farm, we've spent over six decades helping people with developmental disabilities lead productive, happy lives through meaningful work opportunities in our farmyard, restaurants, stores, and community programs. We're a vibrant community that serves as both home to our participants and a place where visitors grow through enriching experiences that create lasting connections. We're expanding our weekend recreation programming to serve more participants through sports, fitness, and community activities. This growth creates an exciting opportunity for you to design engaging experiences that help adults with developmental disabilities build confidence, develop new skills, and enjoy meaningful social connections. As our weekend Recreation Specialist, you'll lead weekend programming that brings joy and growth to participants through athletics, Special Olympics, community outings, and fitness activities. Based at our Libertyville campus, you'll work independently while collaborating with our recreation team to create inclusive experiences. This role includes local travel (50%) to community locations and Special Olympics events, giving you the chance to connect participants with the broader community.

Requirements

• You bring experience in recreation, fitness, or working with adults with developmental disabilities, along with an encouraging coaching approach that helps people succeed.
• Your ability to adapt activities to different skill levels and your enthusiasm for active programming make you well-suited for this role.
• Bachelor's degree in recreation, physical education, leisure services, therapeutic recreation, exercise science, or related field OR high school diploma with 2-3 years experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or leading recreation programs
• Valid driver's license from Illinois, Indiana, or Wisconsin with a clean driving record
• Physical capacity to demonstrate and lead active recreational programming
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication

Responsibilities

• Design weekend sports and recreation programs that help participants develop skills and confidence
• Lead Special Olympics training and community outings that foster social connections and independence
• Create adaptive fitness experiences that meet diverse abilities and personal wellness goals
• Build partnerships with community organizations to expand inclusive recreational opportunities

Benefits

• Work Environment: Beautiful 72-acre farmyard campus in Libertyville with both indoor facilities and outdoor recreation spaces, and a weekend schedule
• Growth and Impact: PACE certification and Direct Support Professional training provided, direct program impact helping participants achieve personal recreation and wellness goals
• Our Values in Action: Staff work alongside participants as coaching partners in sports and recreation, weekly celebrations recognize both participant achievements and program milestones, cross-departmental collaboration connects you with colleagues across our community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level