Assistant Recreation Specialist

About the role

Responsible for the direct supervision of children and residents participating in the recreational program. Enforces applicable rules and provides assistance as needed.

Responsibilities

• Motivate client participation in the recreation program.
• Monitor recreational activities to ensure compliance with established regulations.
• Submit monthly assessments for program effectiveness.
• Assist with the implementation of scheduled recreational activities.
• Organize and implement all holiday activities for residents.
• Maintain all records in accordance with Serenity House policies and regulated agencies, including attendance forms, permission slips, monthly schedules and reports, trip forms, and lesson forms.
• De-escalate conflicts among the client population through non-violent intervention using security guards as backup.
• Instruct and demonstrate to groups and individuals the basic rules and finer points of various sports.
• Issue, collect, and account for recreation equipment.
• Inventory and maintain all recreational equipment and supplies for quarterly submission.
• Plan all activities within the confines of the recreational budget.
• Complete monthly recreation schedules.
• Assist with supervising and monitoring all participants in the After School Program.
• Develop and maintain a structured After School Program consisting of a Study Hour, lunch period, and a structured socialization period for the youngsters of Serenity House.
• Prepare nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks in accordance with USDA guidelines.
• Follow recipes, menus, and portion controls.
• Ensure food is prepared in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Clean, sanitize, and organize food products and utensils in the kitchen on a routine basis (e.g., refrigerator, freezer, shelves, dishes).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Effect on End Results

• Ensure all clients who enter the shelter receive the services and privileges they are entitled to.
• Meet program goals and objectives.
• Help maintain a positive public image for the program.
• Enhance Serenity House’s Recreational program.

Qualifications

• Two years of college and one year of related experience or high school diploma and two years of related experience.
• Knowledgeable of recreational activities in the community.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish/English).
• Experience working with children of all ages.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Food Safety Certification required within 6 months of employment.

Pay

The base salary compensation for this role is between $37,852.50 per year.

Benefits

• Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, and Vision.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Holidays and Annual Paid Time Off (23 days).
• Life Insurance.
• Long Term Disability.
• Retirement Benefits Plan (403B).
• Potential for college student debt forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for Federal Direct Loans.