Recreation Assistant -YRTC-K

Job Description

Make a Real Impact as a Recreation Assistant
Youth Rehabilitation & Treatment Center (YRTC) – Kearney, Nebraska
At the Youth Rehabilitation & Treatment Center in Kearney, action speaks louder than words — and your actions can change a life.

Why This Work Matters

Recreation plays a critical role in helping youth develop discipline, social skills, and healthy outlets. You’ll help provide opportunities for physical activity, teamwork, and positive engagement that support each youth’s journey toward rehabilitation.

What We Offer You

• 156% state-matched retirement
• 13 paid holidays plus vacation and sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $20,000 employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment
• Public service career stability

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling daily recreational activities
• Lead and supervise sports, games, and recreational programs
• Referee and officiate sports and supervise swimming activities
• Aid in developing new recreation programs and activity ideas
• Maintain recreational equipment, gymnasium, and pool areas
• Monitor, document, and support positive youth behavior
• Escort youth to activities and appointments as needed
• Aid in maintaining safe and clean recreation facilities

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Experience or coursework/training in facilitating or providing recreational activities such as music, games, or other social activities.
• Other: This position requires proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the language effectively. Must possess a valid drivers license.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Schedule: Wednesday through Friday, 12:00PM-8:00 PM and Saturday-Sunday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
• Work Location: In person, YRTC Kearney Campus

Pay & Overtime Eligibility

Hiring rate of position is $20.862, plus an additional $3.00 per hour facility differential.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of rules and regulations of various sports
• Ability to referee or officiate recreational sports and swimming activities
• Broad knowledge of recreational and athletic activities
• Ability to actively participate in sports and recreational programs
• Ability to build rapport and positively engage youth
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to obtain lifeguard certification if required

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.