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 (attendance forms, permission slips, monthly schedules and reports, trip forms, lesson forms, etc.).
• 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, menu, 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).
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Two years of college and one year of related experience, or high school diploma and two years of related experience.
• Knowledge 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 six months of employment.

Compensation

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

Benefits

• Medical (including prescription coverage)
• Dental & Vision
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Paid Time Off (23 days)
• Life Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability
• Retirement Benefits Plan (403(b))
• Potential student loan forgiveness tax‑free on Federal Direct Loans under the PSLF program (full‑time employment and 120 qualifying monthly payments required).