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We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and driven towards providing new, fresh, stimulating, exciting ideas for Recreational Activities, Sporting and Educational Events, Health and Wellness initiatives, etc.
in addition to those listed above. SHIFTS: Recreation Specialist 2: Wednesday-Sunday schedule, 12pm-9pm, Saturday 3pm-12am Major Duties and Responsibilities: + Organize and supervise off-center and on-center recreation activities for students + Provide new, fresh, stimulating, exciting ideas for Recreational Activities, Sporting and Educational Events, Health and Wellness initiatives, etc.
+ Guide students to make informed lifestyle choices concerning fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles + Prepare schedules and calendars for all recreational activities + Coordinate student field trips + Maintain recreation facilities, equipment, and materials to center standards + Track and record program attendance + Order and maintain recreational equipment, supplies, and materials + Provide transportation of students to and from center-sponsored events + Recognize and reinforce students' positive behavior Skills and Competencies: + Proven ability to plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate recreation programs + Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal + Knowledge of operational practices and principles of recreation programs + Proficient in rules and regulations of common sports and games + Knowledge of fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle practices + Proficient in the use of common computer software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Employees will perform other related duties as assigned to meet the organization's requirements.
Educational Requirements/Experiences: + High School Diploma, or G.E.D., and 1-year experience working with youth.
Compensation is based on experience, as well as licensing, and certification.
+ Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
+ Water Safety Certification is preferred.
Have or acquire Water Safety Certification. + Must possess or obtain a CDL Class B Driver's License with passenger endorsement, within three months of hire - training is provided.
Benefits: + Medical Coverage with Reduced Rates for Employees + Dental, and Vision + Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) + Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability Insurance + Accident Insurance (dismemberment, dislocation, or fracture) on, or off the job + Critical Illness Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance (supplements your medical plan) + 401K Retirement Plan + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Flex Spending Accounts (FSA) + Paid Vacation and Sick Time + 12 Paid Holidays + Free access to our Weight and Cardio Rooms, and low-cost meals from our dining hall ($3.00 per meal) daily. ADA Requirements: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, requirements may be modified to reasonably, accommodate individuals with disabilities, however, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others, or which impose an undue hardship on the company.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The term qualified individual with a disability, means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. Physical Activities: + Reading, writing, and communicating fluently in English + Hearing and speaking to express ideas and, or exchange information in person, or over the telephone + Seeing to read labels, posters, documents, PC Screens, etc.
+ Sitting, standing, moving about, or walking for occasional or frequent periods + Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment + Kneeling, and bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead + Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and, or lifting light objects Working Conditions: + Campus and general office setting + Indoor and outdoor environment + Driving a vehicle (bus, van, auto) occasionally in variable traffic and weather conditions + Moderately quiet while in the office; moderately loud while in recreation areas + May be required to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends + Exposure to possible confrontation with students Oneonta 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. As of September 17, 2023 - Under the NYS DOL Pay Transparency Law, employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who discuss their compensation with coworkers.
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https://oneonta.jobcorps.gov/ Recreation Specialist 2: Wednesday-Sunday schedule, 12pm-9pm, Saturday 3pm-12am