Recreation Specialist - Ohio Staffing : Job Details

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Recreation Manager

Shifts Available: - 2nd Shift: 3p-12p - Weekends Required - Must Possess An Active Driver's License

Pay: $17.20/hr.

About Dayton Job Corps

Job Corps' national mission is to educate and train highly motivated young people, ages 16-24, for successful careers in the nation's fastest-growing industries. Here at Dayton Job Corps Center, we support their mission by teaching eligible young people, the skills they need to become employable and independent, and place them in meaningful jobs or further education. Students here have access to room and board while they learn skills in specific training areas for up to three years. The program helps them to complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, provides transitional support services, and assists them with obtaining employment. Job Corps graduates either enter the workforce or an apprenticeship, go on to higher education, or join the military.

To the Recreation Supervisor. Responsible for carrying out specialty programs, such as performing arts and other clubs, athletic and other teams, and general recreation activities, in compliance with government, corporate, and management directives.

• Assists the Recreation Supervisor in planning, implementing, and coordinating a comprehensive and diversified program that will attract voluntary participation.
• Organizes and supervises student participation in a variety of recreation and vocation activities.
• Conducts recreation classes.
• Chaperones students during off-center recreation activities.
• Coordinates the new enrollee recreation orientation and RAP programs.
• Works with the Wellness Manager in implementing the weight-improvement program.
• Assists with the center's creative arts programs.
• Instructs in a variety of specialty activities (e.g., drama, dance, music) and the clubs program.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate employability skills, including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
• Adheres to safety practices in all recreational activities, including water sports.
• Models, mentors, and monitors the positive normative culture of the center.
• Acts as a responsible custodian for the assigned center property.
• Reports violations of ethical behavior.
• Suggests opportunities for continuous operational improvement and reduction of waste.
• Identifies and reports environmental health and safety concerns.

Education: High school diploma or GED

Experience: Two years of experience in recreation or physical education and in working with youth.

Skills/Abilities: Current CPR, First Aid, and water safety certifications Ability to promote the Career