Recreation Aide

Management & Training Corporation; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, prescription &

Life insurance

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) operates the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL. We seek a Recreation staff member to monitor student activities and deliver engaging programs on and off-center, following policy and safety standards.

The role emphasizes planning, coordinating diverse recreation offerings, chaperoning events, and delivering positive customer service to students and staff. A high school diploma or equivalent with computer skills is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and direct students in center-sponsored recreation activities according to government and management directives.
• Assist in planning, implementing and coordinating a comprehensive recreation program to attract participation.
• Organize and supervise student participation in recreation and avocation activities and after-school programs.
• Conduct recreation and avocation classes and activities and chaperone events.
• Help develop new enrollee recreation activities and plans and support the center's diversity program.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and provide quality customer service to students, staff and center customers.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year experience preferred

Tools

Computer proficiency

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Job description

• Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Job Description

Wage

- $18.00 an hour

Schedule –

Full Time

Our Staff Also Enjoy These Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities

MTC is proud to operate the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team!

What you will be doing:

Responsible for monitoring and directing students engaged in center- sponsored recreational activities on and off-center, in compliance with government and management directives.

Essential Functions

• Assist the supervisor, recreation in planning, implementing and coordinating a comprehensive and diversified program which will attract voluntary participation
• Organize and supervise student participation in a variety of recreation/avocation activities and extended day learning activities
• Conduct recreation and avocation classes and activities
• Chaperone students to center recreation functions
• Assist in the development of the new enrollee recreation activities and plans.
• Conduct intergroup recreation activities as part of the diversity program
• Maintain a safe and clean environment by conducting daily cleaning duties
• Distribute mail daily to students
• Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers
• Participate in student employability programs and activities
• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy
• Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
• Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required and one year experience preferred
• Computer proficiency required
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through [e-mail] or 801-693-2888.

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