Job Description
We’re seeking a creative and compassionate Recreational Therapist to lead therapeutic and enrichment programming for medically complex young adults at our Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center.
This role is ideal for a Recreational Therapist or experienced therapeutic programming professional who wants to make a meaningful impact each day.
Day in the Life
See yourself making a difference each day — Watch a Day in the Life of a Resident and experience the impact of your care in action.
How This Position Contributes to Our Mission
• Design and deliver person-centered therapeutic and enrichment programming for young adults with complex medical and developmental needs
• Lead group and individualized activities that promote independence, engagement, and social connection
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including therapy, nursing, caregivers, and families
• Support behavioral and emotional needs using trauma-informed and de-escalation techniques
• Oversee and mentor Resident Enrichment Specialists to ensure consistent, high-quality programming
• Ensure programming meets regulatory and safety standards
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Flex schedule includes occasional nights, weekends, and holidays for resident outings and events.
Required Qualifications
• Associate’s degree in healthcare, human services, recreation, special education, or related field
• Applicable certification in field of study, if required
• Minimum one (1) year of related professional experience
• Current CPR/BLS certification for healthcare providers, will be provided
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, human services, recreation, or related field
• Minimum one (1) year experience providing enrichment or therapeutic programming for individuals with developmental, intellectual, and/or medical complexities
• Ability to adapt enrichment experiences to diverse functional, behavioral, and communication needs
• Experience with assistive technology and augmentative/alternative communication
• Experience driving large vehicles
• Experience working in long-term care or complex care settings
What We Offer
• Trauma-informed, mission-driven work environment
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Ongoing training and professional development
Who We Are
As we approach our 150th anniversary, Home of the Innocents stands as one of Louisville's longest-serving non-profit organizations. Our mission is to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we prioritize safety and recovery through trauma-informed practices. Our leadership is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and values-led workforce.
Home of the Innocents Impact
• Total service recipients in 2025: 3,976
• Campus size: 22 acres located near downtown Louisville
• Residential Treatment Program: Second largest in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter in the city
• 10 different programs serving children and families, providing services such as:
• Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs
• Emergency shelter for children in crisis
• Foster care and adoption support
• Community-based behavioral health programs
• Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Only facility in Kentucky serving medically complex young adults and children, and 1 of only 12 in the nation.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help children thrive at Home of the Innocents!
