Recreation Assistant (on-call)

Health Fitness Corporation; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

On-call work

Competitive wage

Job summary

HealthFitness, part of the Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness network, seeks an enthusiastic Recreation Assistant to join the Bentonville, AR recreation team. In this on-call role, you will help plan, promote, and support engaging programs and events that enhance the member experience and foster community.

You'll assist with enrollment at the desk, tournament setup, racquet maintenance, and event breakdown, while ensuring safety and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification prior to start date.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, promoting, and supporting recreation events and programs.
• Help at the recreation desk with enrollment, purchases, and reservations.
• Support equipment checkout, setup, and teambuilding activities.
• Ensure safety guidelines and sportsmanship during events.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

First Aid

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office

Member management system

Job description

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve – so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities.

About the role

Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness, managed by HealthFitness, is seeking an enthusiastic Recreation Assistant to join the recreation team at our state‑of‑the‑art facility in Bentonville, AR . In this role, you'll help plan, promote, and support a variety of engaging recreation programs and events that enhance the member experience and foster community connection.

This is an on-call/substitute position , providing coverage when regular staff are unavailable, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a flexible schedule while staying active in a dynamic recreation environment. If you're energetic, service‑oriented, and passionate about creating fun and welcoming experiences for others, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsible for assisting with organizing recreation activities and sporting events to both children and adults, helping with various tournaments, recreation, and teambuilding events, and assisting customers at the recreation desk. Ensures students/players adhere to safety guidelines and demonstrates good sportsmanship May also provide private lessons.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist in the promotion/running of recreation events including tournaments, mixers, leagues, and play events. May teach individual/group sports lessons to children and/or adults of varying abilities while providing a fun, engaging playing environment that addresses the skill level of the students.
• Assist members/guests at the recreation desk with enrollment, purchases, reservations, and/or equipment checkout using our software management system.
• Racquet restringing, regripping, minor court/equipment maintenance, preparation/breakdown of recreation equipment for events.
• Other duties as needed/assigned

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma/GED.
• Adult and pediatric First Aid and CPR/AED certification from American Red Cross, American Heart Association or American Safety & Health Institute required prior to start date.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to start/complete events/activities in a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Working knowledge of the member management system, databases, and tools.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands, meet deadlines, and collaborate with all business units.
• Ability to work independently and as a team running events.

The compensation range for this role is $15.00 - $17.50/hour. The final wage offer will be determined based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, skill set, and other relevant factors. We understand that compensation is an important factor when considering a new opportunity, and we strive to provide a competitive wage within the market.

Brand: HealthFitness

HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. W e are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.