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Andru

Supervisor of Recreation & Development

Yonkers, NY · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Coordinate and deliver annual trainings and refresher trainings for direct reports and auxiliary staff members, including Ropes Course facilitator training, Lifeguard training, and MSF training.

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How much do ropes course director jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for ropes course director in the United States is $17.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.06 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a ropes course director do?

A Ropes Course Director is responsible for overseeing the safe operation, maintenance, and programming of ropes courses, which are adventure-based facilities often used for team-building, education, and recreation. They supervise staff, ensure all safety protocols and equipment checks are followed, train facilitators, and coordinate group activities. The director also develops course curriculum, manages risk assessments, and may interact with clients to ensure a rewarding and safe experience for all participants.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a ropes course director?

To thrive as a Ropes Course Director, you need expertise in outdoor education, risk management, and facilitation, often supported by certifications like ACCT or similar safety credentials. Familiarity with ropes course equipment, inspection protocols, and incident response systems is essential. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage staff and participants while ensuring a positive experience. These skills are crucial for maintaining safety standards, fostering team building, and delivering successful ropes course programs.

What are some common challenges a ropes course director might encounter in managing safety and participant experience?

A Ropes Course Director often faces the challenge of balancing rigorous safety standards with creating an engaging, confidence-building experience for participants. This involves training and supervising staff to ensure they follow procedures precisely while also fostering a supportive, motivating atmosphere. Directors must also regularly inspect equipment and course elements, address varying comfort levels among participants, and adapt sessions to group needs—all while maintaining a calm, organized environment. Effective communication, strong leadership, and proactive problem-solving are crucial for success in this role.

What is the difference between Ropes Course Director vs Ropes Course Instructor?

AspectRopes Course DirectorRopes Course Instructor
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Ropes Course CertificationCPR, First Aid, Ropes Course Certification
Work EnvironmentOversees entire course operations, manages staff, ensures safety protocolsAssists participants, operates equipment, supervises activities
ResponsibilitiesProgram planning, staff training, safety managementParticipant instruction, equipment setup, safety monitoring

The main difference is that the Ropes Course Director manages overall program operations, staff, and safety protocols, while the Ropes Course Instructor focuses on guiding participants and ensuring safety during activities. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Ropes Course Director job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,454 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Recreation Therapist/Recreation Specialist

Yonkers, NY • On-site

Andrus Childrens Center
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Job Overview of Recreation Therapist/Recreation Specialist
The Recreational Specialist/Recreational Therapist is responsible for overall design, planning, facilitation, and monitoring of therapeutic recreation services delivered to assigned clients and across campus in collaboration with department peers. The Recreational Specialist/Recreational Therapist manages the administrative aspects of program delivery and supports team members with the facilitation of activities and programs. The Recreation Specialist/Recreational Therapist is an effective and collaborative interdisciplinary team member who strives to leverage all on and off-campus recreational resources and opportunities to meet the individualized treatment goals of ANDRUS youth through the clinical implementation of therapeutic recreation services (the APIED process).
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday from 10:00am until 6:00pm
Essential Duties of Recreation Therapist/Recreation Specialist
Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Designing and facilitating engaging, motivating, and developmentally appropriate activities, programs, and community outings
  • Creating monthly recreation activity and trip schedules with significant client and cottage treatment team input and feedback
  • Collaborating with Recreation Department team members to design and deliver community recreation programming, special events, and holiday events
  • Developing and facilitating TR groups using the APIED process ensuring alignment between client treatment goals and therapeutic recreation interventions along the five domains of Therapeutic Recreation (Social, Emotional, Psychological, Spiritual, and Physical)
  • Documenting client progress in agency EMR system (both individual and group notes)
  • Assessing client interests through data collection and seeking to increase access to programs based on self-report measures such as surveys
  • Ensuring a variety of programming opportunities which include diverse areas of interest, normalizing childhood experiences, and experiences which promote social-emotional growth and development
  • Participating actively in proactive and responsive treatment team meetings (TPCs, Achiever meetings, Red Flags, weekly team meetings, programming meetings, and daily briefing meetings)
  • Managing and monitoring recreation supplies, budgeting, purchasing, and replenishment
  • Maintaining specialized program skills and certifications (CTRS, Lifeguarding, Ropes Course facilitation, RIDE Program, RAP Studio, etc.)
  • Ensuring high level of activity facilitation guidance and support for Direct Support Professionals, including establishment of Talent Integration Projects
Essential Qualifications of Recreation Therapist/Recreation Specialist
Key qualifications include:
  • For Recreational Therapist: Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy, Recreation or related field
  • For Recreational Therapist: Must be on the CTRS certification track or have obtained the CTRS certification, required
  • For Recreational Specialist: High School Diploma and two years of experience in recreation.
  • Experience with OR willingness to be certified in at least one of the following areas: Ropes Course facilitation, Lifeguarding, MSF Dirtbike School Instruction, RAP Studio Music Production, Animal Assisted Interventions, Sports Coaching, and other areas of Therapeutic Recreation
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point; Ability to learn additional software/programs a must (including agency EMR software)
  • Ability to work as a member of interdisciplinary teams with strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Ability to engage youth and colleagues in activities and programs through motivational and relational leadership
  • Ability to design programming based on client treatment goals, monitor client progress, and manage client data
  • Excellent time management, coordination, and delegation skills
  • Drivers license in good standing is preferred
  • Ability to access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device for access to agency programs
Benefits for Recreation Therapist/Recreation Specialist
  • Generous PTO, 4 weeks of vacation, floating holidays, holidays, personal and sick time
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Benefits
  • 401(k) Employer Contributions
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
  • Professional Development
Physical/Travel Requirements
  • Must possess ability to sit, stand, walk, see, climb stairs, kneel, and lift weight of up to 30 lbs. The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Recreation staff must possess physical abilities relevant to safe facilitation of specialized program skills (i.e. American Red Cross swimming endurance standards for Lifeguarding, fine motor skills for high Ropes belaying and other technical skills, adequate sensory integration abilities for OHV/Dirtbike lesson demonstration and coaching, etc.)
  • Must possess manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard
  • Candidates who are successfully hired, must participate in our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training which concludes with a written and verbal test, and you will be evaluated on conducting a proper physical restraint.
  • Must be able to hear and see well enough to provide appropriate supervision of children.

Disclaimer
Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus' right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice.
EEO Statement
Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.

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