Recreation Specialist at Education & Training Resources LLC

Medina, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Oct, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

09 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Development, Youth Mentorship, Activity Planning, Facility Maintenance, Student Supervision, Budgeting And Ordering, Transportation Coordination, Behavior Management, Fitness Guidance, Nutrition Education

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Position Available: Recreation Specialist We are seeking a full-time Recreation Specialist who provides recreational and leisure time activities to support our mission by giving our students a higher level of confidence, emotional and mental stability, optimism, and independence. Balancing academic and vocational training with fun activities helps our students attain a proper balance in their lives. Our facility offers an impressive weight room, arts and crafts room, and basketball/volleyball courts as well as allowing for off-center recreation activities such as hiking, paintball, and photography. The sky is the limit as to what special talent you may offer and share with our students! Duties: Organizes and supervises on and off-center recreation activities for students. Assists in developing and implementing diverse programs to include: arts and crafts, intramurals, cultural events and other recreational and enrichment programs. Guides students to make informed life style choices concerning fitness, nutrition and healthy life styles. Prepares schedules and calendars for all recreation activities. Coordinates student field trips. Maintains recreation facilities, equipment, and materials to Center standards. Tracks and records program attendance. Orders and maintains recreational equipment, supplies and materials. Provides transportation of students to and from center-sponsored events. Recognizes and reinforces students’ positive behavior. Must be available to work night and weekends Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalency required, 1-year experience working with youth. The candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and be able to pass a background check. Why Job Corps? Imagine a career where your success is measured by the progress of those you serve: aspiring young students. You can inspire others to realize their full potential, achieve their goals and make the most of their abilities at Iroquois Job Corps. Our team is committed to making a difference, one amazing student at a time. We invite you to do the same in this exciting role. What is Job Corps? It is the country's most extensive nationwide residential career training program and has been operating for over 50 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment. Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals since 1964. Iroquois Job Corps offers training in the medical trades (Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Medical Assistant), Bricklaying, Carpentry, Electrical and Paint. Benefits include: Low cost Premiums for Medical Coverage (Employee only) and reduced rates for Family Coverages, Dental, Vision, Additional Life Insurance, and Other Add-Ons Paid vacation and sick (2 weeks each), 12 Paid Holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas are two-day holidays), Short Term Disability, 401K Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Plan, free access to our Weight Room and Cardio Rooms, low-cost meals daily from our dining hall ($2.00 per meal) Iroquois Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Responsibilities

Organizes and supervises diverse on- and off-center recreational activities to support students' emotional and mental stability. Manages facility equipment, schedules calendars, and guides students toward healthy lifestyle choices.