Recreation & Wellness Specialist I

State of Oklahoma; Sallisaw (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs in Sallisaw seeks a Recreational Activities Specialist I to plan, organize, and lead leisure-time and physical education activities at the Sallisaw Veterans Home.

Full-time position; duties include coordinating events, supervising activities, teaching basic physical education and hygiene, and assisting with equipment and facility needs. CDL is required within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Experience: one year in instructing/directing a community service or recreational program, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of recreational, athletic and group work principles; fundamentals and rules of common sports; first aid.
• Ability to communicate orally, conduct group activities, and communicate effectively in writing.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and conducts leisure-time and physical education activities, prepares scheduled events and insures that required equipment and other materials are in place.
• Plans and directs group activities aimed at developing appropriate group interaction behavior, a sense of team work and fairness, interpersonal communication skills and cooperation and ensures that order and discipline are maintained during recreation periods.
• Supervises, coaches and instructs indoor and outdoor team and athletic events.
• Teaches physical education, hygiene, sanitation and good personal habits.
• Participates in the maintenance, procurement and selection of athletic equipment, facilities, supplies and other materials for leisure-time activities and physical education programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of the position and agency operations.

Job description

Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs in Sallisaw seeks a Recreational Activities Specialist I to plan, organize, and lead leisure-time and physical education activities at the Sallisaw Veterans Home.

Full-time position; duties include coordinating events, supervising activities, teaching basic physical education and hygiene, and assisting with equipment and facility needs. CDL is required within 6 months.