Corrections Recreation Coordinator

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Corrections Activities Specialist to coordinate structured recreational programs at SCI Greene. You’ll lead wellness activities, coach inmates, supervise staff and volunteers, and document program outcomes in a secure setting.

The role offers full-time hours (40/wk) with afternoon/evening shifts. Applicants must meet education requirements and pass background checks, with potential retirement benefits eligibility noted for state employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in recreation and physical education or equivalent.
• Applicants may qualify with an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Within 3 months of graduating, educational requirements may be met.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct structured activities and wellness programs.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and instruction for individual and group activities.
• Direct staff and volunteers supporting recreational programming.
• Assess inmate interests and prepare program reports.
• Maintain facilities and equipment; manage supplies.

Skills

Program coordination

Activity instruction

Volunteer oversight

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation/physical education

Experience/training equivalence

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Corrections Activities Specialist to coordinate structured recreational programs at SCI Greene. You’ll lead wellness activities, coach inmates, supervise staff and volunteers, and document program outcomes in a secure setting.

The role offers full-time hours (40/wk) with afternoon/evening shifts. Applicants must meet education requirements and pass background checks, with potential retirement benefits eligibility noted for state employees.