RECREATION SPECIALIST

The GEO Group, Inc.; Philipsburg (Centre County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Recreation Specialist to plan and supervise recreational activities for detainees. You will coach teams, oversee tournaments, and ensure safe use of equipment in a secure setting.

The role requires a high school diploma with desirable PE-related education, and a valid driver’s license. Prior experience with inmate populations or PE programs is a strong asset. This full-time position supports facility wellness and orderly recreation operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; degree in Physical Education or Recreation desirable.
• Experience with inmate populations or in a physical education program is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize recreational activities.
• Coach athletic teams.
• Oversee all competitions and tournaments.
• Show detainees the proper way to safely use recreational equipment.
• Inspect recreation area for cleanliness and safety.
• Provide weekly safety training to recreation staff.
• Check detainees in and out of the gym.
• Maintain recreation department records and equipment schedules.

Skills

Recreation planning

Team coaching

Safety training

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma

Physical Education degree

Job description

Benefits Information

Full‑time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state‑of‑the‑art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence‑based rehabilitation to the post‑release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost‑effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work For GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities:

• Plan and organize recreational activities.
• Coach all athletic teams.
• Organize and oversee all competitions and tournaments.
• Show detainees the proper way to safely use recreational equipment.
• Inspect recreation area for cleanliness and safety.
• Provide weekly safety training to recreation orderlies and clerks.
• Check all detainees in and out of the gym.
• Maintain recreation department records.
• Maintain and schedule the repair of recreation equipment.

Qualifications

If you are a quality team player and truly love to see people succeed, then you are in the right place. This position requires only a high school diploma. However, a degree in Physical Education, Recreational Therapy, or any field related to that is highly desirable. Experience working with prisoner populations or in a physical education program is also an asset.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma required. Additional education in Physical Education, recreational therapy, or related field highly desirable.
• Prior experience working with an inmate population or in a physical education program is highly desirable.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.