Recreation Worker(part time)- Muscogee YDC- Midland GA

State of Georgia; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a part-time Recreation Worker for Muscogee YDC in Midland, GA. The role involves instructing clients in practical and workforce readiness within an organized program and supervising various recreational activities.

The incumbent will adapt teaching methods, assess participant needs, and coordinate a comprehensive recreational program while promoting social skills and daily living habits. Earn $15 per hour with state benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in area of assignment from an accredited college or university.
• One year of experience at the lower level Practical Instructor 1 (EDT010) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Adapts instructional methods and materials to meet clients' varying needs, abilities and interests.
• Assesses students' education and adjustment needs through direct observation and testing.
• Conducts classes, workshops, and demonstrations to instruct in language skills, life skills, and workforce entry skills.
• Conducts recreational activities with goals of teaching decision-making, improving physical fitness, offering leisure options and teaching social skills.
• Counsels and instructs clients in daily living and work routines.
• Estimates materials needed for inventory and specific areas, including cost.
• Instructs clients through lectures and demonstrations of methods and techniques.
• Plans and coordinates a comprehensive recreational program for facility population.
• Plans a program of practical instruction to meet individual and group needs.
• Repairs, adjusts and alters equipment and tools as needed.

Education

Associate degree in area of assignment from an accredited college or university

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Recreation Worker (part time) - Muscogee YDC - Midland GA

Agency

Department of Juvenile Justice

Job Requisition ID

JR0000006045

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$ 15.00 (HOURLY RATE)

Job Summary

Under general supervision, instructs or trains clients and/or students in a specific area of assignment as part of a program that includes an organized agenda of practical and workforce readiness instruction.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Adapts instructional methods and materials to meet clients varying needs, abilities, and interests
• Assess student's education and adjustment needs through direct observation and testing
• Conducts classes, workshops, and demonstrations to instruct in principles, techniques, or methods in subjects such as language skills, life skills, and workforce entry skills
• Conducts recreational activities with the goals of teaching decision-making, improving physical fitness, offering leisure options and teaching social skills
• Counsel and instructs clients in the habits of daily living and work routines
• Estimates materials needed for inventory and specific areas, including cost
• Instructs clients or residents through lectures and demonstrations of the methods and techniques
• Plan and coordinates a comprehensive recreational program for facility population
• Plans a program of practical instruction to meet individual and group needs
• Repairs, adjusts and alters equipment and tools as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in area of assignment from an accredited college or university; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Practical Instructor 1 (EDT010) or position equivalent.

Benefits

• Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minimum Qualifications:

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

About Georgia State Government

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.