Recreation Specialist

Job Corps; Marion (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Serrato Corporation is seeking a full-time Recreation Specialist for the Job Corps program in Marion, Virginia. The role involves developing, conducting, and supervising a wide variety of leisure-time activities for students, with evening and weekend availability.

Responsibilities include planning and organizing activities, supervising volunteers, maintaining records, ensuring safety, and managing equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
• Computer literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
• High level of communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of recreation activities, games, sports, arts and crafts etc....

Responsibilities

• Assists with planning, organizing, and carrying out department's total recreational services.
• Explains and demonstrates uses of supplies and equipment in activity sessions.
• Exercises professional judgement and responsibility in conduct of the activities.
• Administers a well-rounded program of diversified activities in the assigned recreation component.
• Submits all supply needs and suggested sources to supervisor.
• Keeps a daily attendance record for activities such as recreation, arts and crafts, movies, weight room, intramurals.
• Maintains discipline, cleanliness and inventory in assigned areas.
• Posts schedules of monthly activities and events.
• Submits monthly activity plans for the upcoming month.
• Submits lists of off-Center cultural activities for the calendar.
• Maintains a stocked first aid kit and recreational equipment.
• Assists in recruiting volunteers and supervising volunteer staff.
• Projects a positive self-image and encourages participation.
• Chaperones and directs off-Center trips and ensures funds.
• Submits time sheets and reports timely per Center policy.
• Assists with and trains student leaders per Center policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Recreation knowledge

Education

AA degree

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Primary Position Objectives

$17.70 per hour - Full Time

Responsible for developing, conducting, and supervising/chaperoning a wide variety of leisure-time activities for all students.

Must be available evenings and weekends.

Brief Description of Duties

• Assists with work involved in planning, organizing, and carrying out department's total recreational services.
• Explains and demonstrates the uses of supplies and equipment, and the techniques and procedures used in the activity sessions.
• Exercises professional judgement and responsibility in the conduct of the specialty activities.
• Administers a well-rounded program of diversified activities in the assigned recreation component.
• Submits all supply needs, giving suggested source of supply to supervisor.
• Keeps a daily record of attendance in the assigned recreational activities, arts and crafts, movie, weight room, intramurals, etc.
• Maintains discipline, cleanliness and inventory control in assigned areas.
• Posts schedules of monthly activities and special events.
• Submits a schedule of special activities for the upcoming month to supervisor on the last Wednesday of each month.
• Submits list of monthly off-Center cultural activities and other events, which will be placed on the upcoming month's calendar of off-Center trips.
• Maintains a stocked first aid kit in assigned area where it is clearly visible and accessible.
• Maintains recreational equipment.
• Assists in recruitment of volunteers and supervises and gives direction to any volunteer personnel assigned to the recreation area.
• Projects a positive self-image and encourages enthusiastic participation in recreation programs.
• Chaperones and directs off-Center trips and ensures necessary funds are available for the trips.
• Submits time sheets and other reports timely and according to Center policy.
• Assists with and trains student leaders according to Center policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
• Computer literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
• High level of communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of recreation activities, games, sports, arts and crafts etc....

Experience

Minimum of one to two years related experience and/or training. One-year related experience working with youth and young adults

Education

Associate of Arts Degree, preferably in a related field.

Certificates/Licenses/Registration

• Valid State Driver's License;
• Valid Commercial Driver's License Class B CDL with passenger endorsements.
• Lifeguard certificate preferred.

Benefits Offered

• Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
• Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs Available

Disclaimers

Serrato Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer