Recreation Aid at Career Systems Development Corporation

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recreation Activities, Supervision, Behavior Modification, Counseling, Customer Service, Documentation, Confidentiality, Emergency Assistance, Training, Safety Training, Sports Coaching, Lifeguard Certification, CDL, Planning, Organization, Mentoring

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Description Job Summary: Responsible for the recreation/non-vocational activities of assigned students. Duties/Responsibilities: Assists students in adjusting to Center life to enhance student retention by providing supervision, behavior modification, counseling, and by acting as a positive role model and mentor. Conducts daily checks of assigned work area to ensure the Safety of all students. Documents and reports on all Facility / Safety related issues. Ensures that student needs are met in a timely professional manner with the highest degree of customer service in mind. Adheres to all PRH and CSD policies and procedures, and the Center Operating Procedures. Prepares reports and forms and documents in CIS case notes and files observations of student’s behavior, performance, notable information or events, and progress towards achieving goals and objectives. Maintains confidentiality but reports significant events or situations immediately through approved channels to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of students and staff, and to ensure that required reporting occurs, and that students receive emergency services as needed. Facilitates prompt and appropriate assistance to students in the event of injury, illness, or emotional trauma. May conduct required Student Committee meetings within the Department. May provide training to students on appropriate use of equipment, such as fitness equipment. May participate in Center HEALS program. May present Recreation Overview to new students during CPP. Ensures equipment and assigned work areas are clean and maintained in accordance with Center, CSD, and DOL standards, including conducting quarterly property counts, submitting property relocation requests, may serve as a property custodian, and submits maintenance requests as needed. Organizes, conducts, and directs recreation/non-vocational activities. Supervises student recreation/non-vocational activities on and off center Assists in the planning and formulation of student recreation/avocational activities with special emphasis on the safety aspects of each activity. May order supplies and equipment. Instructs assists and encourages the students’ participation in recreation/avocational equipment. Coaches or supervises various sports activities. May conduct water safety training and supervise swimming and watersport activities (Lifeguard Certification Required). Can lead larger recreational trips including bus trips (CDL required). Attends required staff training sessions as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Qualifications: Minimum: Associates degree or one-year related experience working with youth. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree. Must obtain and maintain lifeguard certification. A CDL bus driver’s license. Experience as a coach, arts & crafts, performing arts. Knowledge: Must obtain and maintain current CPR/First Aid Certification. Must possess a valid State driver’s license. Ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months of DOH. Knowledge of various recreation/avocation activities. Ability to effectively relate to student population. Ability to motivate students. High energy level; enthusiastic

Responsibilities

The Recreation Aid is responsible for supervising and assisting students in recreational and non-vocational activities, ensuring their safety and well-being. This role includes planning activities, providing mentorship, and maintaining documentation related to student progress and safety issues.