Impactful Juvenile Recreation Leader

Indiana; Logansport (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plans

Paid holidays and leave

Education reimbursement

Free Parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

State of Indiana is seeking a Correctional Recreation Leader to join Logansport Juvenile Correctional Facility. Working in a team, you will manage the recreation building during a 7.5-hour shift, ensure safety of inmates, and implement daily recreational activities under direction from the Rec Coordinator.

You will help plan and run programs across sports, arts and crafts, and other activities, supervise subordinate staff, maintain records, and address disciplinary issues as needed.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of sports, games, and recreational activities.
• Knowledge of institutional recreation programs.
• Specialized knowledge of recreation in corrective/rehabilitative programs.
• Understanding of individual and group behavior in recreation.
• Ability to adapt procedures and supervise inmates.
• Ability to instruct staff and coordinate their work.
• Ability to maintain records of programs and evaluations.
• Ability to establish harmonious relationships with inmates.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct recreational activities in multiple program areas.
• Supervise inmates and coordinate with the Rec Coordinator as needed.
• Recommend and procure recreation equipment; maintain equipment.
• Keep records of programs and student evaluations.
• Address inmate disciplinary issues arising from recreation events.
• May act as coordinator in the Rec Coordinator’s absence and supervise staff.

Skills

Recreation knowledge

Institutional recreation

Behavior management

Staff supervision

Record-keeping

Disciplinary handling

Job description

State of Indiana is seeking a Correctional Recreation Leader to join Logansport Juvenile Correctional Facility. Working in a team, you will manage the recreation building during a 7.5-hour shift, ensure safety of inmates, and implement daily recreational activities under direction from the Rec Coordinator.

You will help plan and run programs across sports, arts and crafts, and other activities, supervise subordinate staff, maintain records, and address disciplinary issues as needed.