On-Call Recreation Assistant

Aleut Corp; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Aleut Corp is seeking a Recreation Assistant - On-Call to support Job Corps trainees with leisure-time activities and leadership programs in El Paso, TX. This hourly, non-exempt position requires mentoring youth and delivering engaging recreation and fitness activities in a safe, respectful environment.

You will assist with organizing programs, supervise events, and help trainees develop employability skills through teamwork and positive role-modeling.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts degree or 1 year related experience working with youth.
• Valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and implements recreation/non-vocational programs for trainees.
• Develops and operates weekly contests and tournaments.
• Coaches intramural teams and supports leadership programs.
• Ensures programs comply with DOL and safety practices.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

AA degree or 1 year related experience

Driver's license

Job description

Job Corps is the country's largest nationwide no-cost residential career training program and has been operating for more than 50 years. With a mission to “attract eligible young people, teach them the skills they need to become employable and independent and place them in meaningful jobs or further their education,” the program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, train them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment. Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals since 1964.

Position Summary

The Recreation Assistant - On-Call reports to the Recreation, Fitness, and Health Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position. Directs trainees in leisure-time recreation/non-vocational activities and leadership programs. Demonstrates ongoing commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of workplace relations and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills; and independent living.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and abides by Aleut Core Values and operating.
• Assists in organizing and implementing recreation/ non-vocational programs and lifelong leisure-learning activities and programs, encouraging trainees.
• Develops and operates weekly contests and tournaments.
• Activities will also be dependent upon season and weather.
• Assists in center-sponsored trips and May escort staff to events.
• Assists with Water Safety programming (videos, swimming certification, and swim lessons).
• Coaches intramural and/or varsity teams engaged in on- and off-center activities.
• Assists trainees in fitness and weight training, Instructing (DC) technique, what occurs after, and replenishing protein/diet.
• Assists trainees in various recreational clubs such as poetry, drama, talent shows, and other creative activities, such as arts and crafts.
• Ensures that all programs comply with DOL.
• Attends required staff training.
• Cultivate and maintain a climate in the center that is free of harassment, intimidation, bullying, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
• Communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills, including personal responsibility.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property and adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Performs other duties assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work a person performs in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Associate of Arts degree or one (1) year of related experience working with youth.
• Prefer experience in a recreation/non-vocational.
• A valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record is required.

Additional Requirements

Knowledge of a variety of recreation/non-vocational activities. Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid/AED certification. Communicate effectively and relate to the trainee population. Inspire and motivate trainees—excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Operate office equipment. In addition, individuals must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Working Conditions

This position involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, carrying, running, and driving. Occasionally, it involves climbing, pushing, or pulling, squatting, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The applicant must be able to see, hear, and speak.

The position requires the ability to spend work time outside and indoors depending upon weather conditions; the ability to withstand moderate noise levels, including voice levels, 90% of the time; the ability to work in high-temperature settings during the summer months; and the ability to work in low-temperature settings in the winter months.

Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. AF prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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