Recreation Specialist

• Assists with work involved in planning, organizing, and carrying out department's total recreational services.
• Explains and demonstrates the uses of supplies and equipment, and the techniques and procedures used in the activity sessions.
• Exercises professional judgement and responsibility in the conduct of the specialty activities.
• Administers a well-rounded program of diversified activities in the assigned recreation component.
• Submits all supply needs, giving suggested source of supply to supervisor.
• Keeps a daily record of attendance in the assigned recreational activities, arts and crafts, movie, weight room, intramurals, etc.
• Maintains discipline, cleanliness and inventory control in assigned areas.
• Posts schedules of monthly activities and special events.
• Submits a schedule of special activities for the upcoming month to supervisor on the last Wednesday of each month.
• Submits list of monthly off-Center cultural activities and other events, which will be placed on the upcoming month's calendar of off-Center trips.
• Maintains a stocked first aid kit in assigned area where it is clearly visible and accessible.
• Maintains recreational equipment.
• Assists in recruitment of volunteers and supervises and gives direction to any volunteer personnel assigned to the recreation area.
• Projects a positive self-image and encourages enthusiastic participation in recreation programs.
• Chaperones and directs off-Center trips and ensures necessary funds are available for the trips.
• Submits time sheets and other reports timely and according to Center policy.
• Assists with and trains student leaders according to Center policy.
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) Serrato policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Adheres to required property control policies and procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Demonstrates and abides by Serrato Corporation's core values and operating principles.
• Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Participates in PRH mandated staff training. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information.
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas.
• Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others.

• Action oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem solving.
• Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.
• Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth.

• Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by Serrato Corporation's Healthy Workplace Environment policy.
• Acts as team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
• Computer literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
• High level of communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of recreation activities, games, sports, arts and crafts etc....

• Valid State Driver's License; valid Commercial Driver's License Class B CDL with passenger endorsements.
• Lifeguard certificate preferred.

• Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and basic life insurance.
• Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA)

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