Blue Ridge Job Corps Recreation Supervisor

About the role

The position involves the supervision of staff and students to ensure a safe and secure operation of activities in the recreation area. It also includes overseeing the behavior management system and promoting lifelong health through physical activity.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and operates a Center-wide diversified recreation program.
• Develop and implement programs to promote productive and socially acceptable use of leisure time.
• Aid students in understanding and developing lifelong leisure time skills and habits.
• Implement programs that build students' self-esteem by developing teamwork, good sports conduct, and other positive social behaviors.
• Promote lifelong health through physical activity and exercise.
• Maintain a calendar of recreational activities and events and distribute the schedule to students in advance.
• Supervise the development of the instructional programs to teach students new skills and to improve existing skills.
• Monitor activities for individuals and groups to include tournament competition and varsity and intramural competition for the athletic-minded students.
• Provide oversight of plans for recreation activities for students not participating in athletic events.
• Oversee the maintenance of recreational equipment, both indoor and outdoor.
• Works cooperatively with entire Center staff in the solution of students' problems.
• Serves as the Center's source of information for recreational activities for students, ensuring continuous outgoing development of materials and knowledge about this part of the program.
• Interview students/conduct quarterly surveys to determine what type of recreational activities would be most suitable.
• Creates an environment wherein students and staff feel safe and secure.
• Submits required reports to the appropriate department head.
• Submits time sheets and other paperwork timely and according to center policy.
• Assists and trains student leaders per center policy. Works closely with the SGA program.
• Assists in the management and operation of the student café.
• Recognizes and reinforces positive behavior with staff and students.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Demonstrates and abides by Serrato Corporation's core values and operating principles.
• Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Evaluates personnel under his/her management and makes recommendations regarding disciplinary actions, promotions and/or merit increases.
• Assists the Center Director in meeting the goals and objectives of the Center.
• Participates in PRH mandated staff training.
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), Serrato policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Two years working with youth, or related experience and/or training, including supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in a related field.
• Valid Driver's License, Commercial Driver's License (must obtain a Class B CDL Driver's License within 60 days of employment).

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
• Computer literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
• High level of leadership and management skills.
• High level of creativity and innovation with recreation programs.
• High level of communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.

Skills

• Effective Communication
• Leadership and Management Skills
• Leadership and Teamwork
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Time Management and Organization
• Attention to Detail
• Professionalism and Non-Verbal Body Language
• Problem Solving and Flexibility
• Interacting with Others
• Building Professional Relationships
• Managing and Leading Staff from Diverse Backgrounds
• Investing in and Developing Staff
• Mission-Oriented and Strategic Vision
• Motivating Staff
• Handling Multiple Projects Simultaneously
• Modeling and Mentoring
• Recreation Programs Creativity and Innovation
• Job Corps Core Values and Operating Principles
• Healthy Workplace Environment Policy
• CDSS Plan and Code of Conduct System
• Property Control Policies and Procedures
• Safe and Secure Environment
• Continuous Reinforcement of Positive Behavior
• Employee Assistance Counseling Service Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

• Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and basic life insurance.
• Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA).
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401K & 401K Matching.
• Employee Assistance Counseling Service Program.