Adaptive Recreation Program Coordinator - Michigan Staffing : Job Details

Make a meaningful impact every day by joining the City of Kentwood as our Adaptive Recreation Program Coordinator. Are you passionate about making recreation accessible for everyone? Do you thrive in a role where creativity, inclusion, and community connection intersect? The City of Kentwood is looking for an energetic, compassionate, and forward-thinking Adaptive Recreation Program Coordinator to help us continue providing inclusive, enriching experiences for individuals of all abilities.

As part of the Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department, you'll take the lead in planning and delivering a wide variety of inclusive programs for individuals with physical, cognitive, emotional, and neurodivergent disabilities. From sports leagues to outdoor adventures to wellness workshops---you'll be at the heart of building connection, confidence, and community through recreation. This isn't your typical desk job. You'll be engaging directly with participants, supervising part-time staff, collaborating with community partners, and ensuring every program you lead is fun, welcoming, and impactful.

Pay & Benefits That Go Beyond the Basics:

• Starting pay: $25.22--$32.23/hour (based on qualifications)
• Up to four weeks of vacation, 12 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually
• 4--6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• 9% employer retirement plan contribution
• Excellent health, dental & vision insurance with minimal employee cost
• Free telehealth visits + a generous HSA contribution
• Paid certifications, trainings, and continuing education
• Discounts on rec programs and facility rentals

About You:

You're someone who believes everyone deserves to play, explore, and connect---regardless of ability. You have experience creating adaptive programs or working in therapeutic recreation. You're energized by being out in the community, love working with diverse groups of people, and bring a solution-focused mindset to your work.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Management, or related field
• At least two years of experience in adaptive/therapeutic recreation or a healthcare setting
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or willingness to obtain
• Valid driver's license (MI license required upon hire)

Bonus if you're CPR/First Aid certified or have lifeguard certification (or willing to get certified within a year).

Why Kentwood?

The City of Kentwood is home to 15 beautiful parks, over 13 miles of trails, and more than 700 recreation programs annually. We're a welcoming, growing, and diverse community just minutes from Grand Rapids---and we're serious about inclusion, service, and making a real difference. As a member of our team, you'll work in a collaborative and supportive environment, where your contributions are seen, valued, and celebrated. Your work will directly impact the lives of individuals and families throughout our city.

Ready to build a more inclusive community? Apply today! Applications will be accepted through August 6th.