Youth Recreation & Team-Building Specialist

400 OFFICE OF JUVENILE AFFAIRS; Tecumseh (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Vacation days

Retirement match

Flexible spending accounts

Holidays

EAP program

Longevity bonuses

Training opportunities

Job summary

Recreational Activities Specialist at the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center in Tecumseh, Oklahoma, focuses on planning and directing recreation and physical education programs for youths. You will supervise events, promote teamwork, and encourage positive interpersonal communication while maintaining safety and discipline.

The role requires knowledge of recreational activities, strong communication, and the ability to work with diverse youth populations.

Qualifications

• Level I requires one year of experience instructing/directing a community service or recreation program.
• Level II requires a bachelor’s degree in PE, recreation, or related field, or equivalent combo with experience.
• Within 1 year: obtain Deep Water Lifeguard Certification and demonstrate required KSAs.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and conducts leisure-time and physical education activities and events.
• Directs group activities to build teamwork, fairness, and interpersonal skills.
• Supervises and coaches indoor and outdoor team and athletic events.
• Teaches physical education, hygiene, sanitation and good personal habits.
• Maintains equipment and facilities for leisure-time activities and PE programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

First aid

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical education or related field

One year experience in instructing/directing a recreational program

Deep Water Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Recreational Activities Specialist at the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center in Tecumseh, Oklahoma, focuses on planning and directing recreation and physical education programs for youths. You will supervise events, promote teamwork, and encourage positive interpersonal communication while maintaining safety and discipline.

The role requires knowledge of recreational activities, strong communication, and the ability to work with diverse youth populations.