Recreation Aide

Management & Training Corporation; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, prescription,

Life insurance

Short & long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is seeking a full-time Recreation staff member at the Inland Empire Job Corps Center in San Bernardino, CA. You will monitor and direct students' center-sponsored recreational activities in compliance with government and management directives, reporting to the supervisor, recreation.

You will organize and supervise a variety of activities, chaperone students, coordinate transport, operate music systems, support career development, and promote a safe,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year recreation experience or verified voluntary experience.
• Lifeguard Certificate required; CPR within 30 days of employment.
• Experience with youth and strong written and verbal communication; computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing and coordinating a comprehensive recreation program to attract participation.
• Organize and supervise student participation in varied recreation activities.
• Chaperone students to center recreation functions and assist with transporting them as needed.
• Operate and maintain music systems and related equipment.
• Conduct PE classes and coordinate activities with other departments.
• Promote safety and provide positive customer service to students and staff.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Computer proficiency

Experience with youth

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year recreation experience

Lifeguard Certificate

CPR certification within 30 days

Job description

Wage Range – $21 per 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 Inland Empire Job Corps Center in San Bernardino, CA, 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:

You’ll report to the supervisor, recreation. 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 activities.
• Conduct and coordinate recreation activities.
• Chaperone students to center recreation functions.
• Assist with transporting students and or staff via company vehicle to activities and or events.
• Operate and maintain music systems and related equipment.
• Conduct activities for career preparation students that enhance student retention.
• Conduct activities with other departments on center to offer a variety of activities that meet the needs of all students.
• Conduct PE classes.
• Assist in the evaluation of DVD/video offerings through student input and personal evaluation and make recommendations as necessary.
• Participate in Career Development Services System (CDSS) by creating positive peer leadership and role modeling techniques through activities on and off center.
• Complete 100% of all required training as this impacts performance evaluation.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area that models high standards for a work environment.
• 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.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year recreation experience or verified voluntary experience.
• Lifeguard Certificate required, and must obtain CPR within 30 days of employment.
• Experience with youth, excellent written and verbal communications skills and computer proficiency required.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record unless waived by management.

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.