Recreation Specialist: Lead Sports & Wellness Programs

The GEO Group, Inc.; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Recreation Specialist to implement and operate a viable recreation program for all detainees. This role oversees recreation facilities and equipment, coaches athletic teams, and organizes competitions and safety trainings.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with desirable backgrounds in Physical Education or recreational therapy. Experience with a prisoner population or formal PE program is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Additional education in Physical Education, recreational therapy, or related field highly desirable.
• Prior experience working with a prisoner population or in a physical education program is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes recreation activities.
• Coaches all athletic teams.
• Organizes and conducts all competitions and tournaments.
• Explains and demonstrates proper technique and use of recreational equipment; enforces safety rules.
• Inspects recreation area for cleanliness and safety.
• Conducts weekly safety training sessions with recreation staff.
• Checks detainees in and out of the gym.
• Maintains recreation department records.
• Orders, maintains, and schedules repair of recreation equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Physical Education

Recreational therapy

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Recreation Specialist to implement and operate a viable recreation program for all detainees. This role oversees recreation facilities and equipment, coaches athletic teams, and organizes competitions and safety trainings.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with desirable backgrounds in Physical Education or recreational therapy. Experience with a prisoner population or formal PE program is highly desirable.