Recreation Program Lead – Secure Facility

CoreCivic; Whiteville (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Whiteville, AR seeks a Recreation Coordinator to oversee planning and supervision of the facility's recreational program for inmates/residents. The role involves coordinating daily activities, ensuring safety, and maintaining equipment and facilities.

Qualifications include a HS diploma or GED, 60 college credits in related fields, and at least 1 year of supervisory recreation experience, plus a valid driver's license and being at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• Sixty (60) credit hours of college coursework in Recreational Management, Kinesiology, Physical Education or related field is required.
• One year of experience in the supervision of recreation or leisure activities is required.
• Acceptable related recreation experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Demonstrate ability to supervise a recreation program and communicate clearly with participants and staff.
• Experience with custody and control of inmates/residents preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of the overall recreational program for the facility, to include supervising inmates/residents in support of the facility security plan.
• Coordinate and supervise daily recreational and leisure activities in accordance with building schedule.
• Maintain and conduct physical inventories of supplies, tools and equipment to avoid waste, loss and damage.
• Order replacement items in a timely manner, within the guidelines of facility purchasing procedures.
• Maintain and monitor the safety and sanitation of recreational areas.
• Prepare and disseminate reports, including safety and accident reports, statistical reports, and other documents as required by policy.

Skills

Supervision of recreation program

Clear communication

Interact with participants and staff

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Sixty (60) credit hours in related field

Job description

CoreCivic in Whiteville, AR seeks a Recreation Coordinator to oversee planning and supervision of the facility's recreational program for inmates/residents. The role involves coordinating daily activities, ensuring safety, and maintaining equipment and facilities.

Qualifications include a HS diploma or GED, 60 college credits in related fields, and at least 1 year of supervisory recreation experience, plus a valid driver's license and being at least 18 years old.