Recreation Specialist

Serrato Corporation; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care insurance (medical, dental

Vision and other benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan with company

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Counseling

Job summary

Serrato Corporation is seeking a dedicated staff member to develop, conduct, and supervise a broad range of leisure activities for students. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Responsibilities include planning, organizing, and delivering diverse recreation programs, managing supplies, and maintaining records. Qualifications include an AA degree and CDL/driver credentials; experience with youth and strong Microsoft Office skills are desired.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, 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

• Assist with planning, organizing, and carrying out department's recreational services.
• Explain and demonstrate uses of supplies and equipment for activity sessions.
• Maintain daily attendance records for activities and events.
• Chaperone and supervise off-Center trips and manage necessary funds.

Skills

MS Office suite

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Recreation activities knowledge

Education

Associate of Arts Degree

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Primary Position Objectives

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

Must be available evenings and weekends.

• 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
• Serrato Corporation conducts background checks and drug screens.

Salary: $19.00 per hour