Recreation Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an energetic, talented Recreation Leader to develop, conduct, and supervise a wide variety of leisure-time activities for all students at the Muhlenberg Job Corps Center. At Insights Training Group LLC, we lead through values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community, and family.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and carrying out the department’s total recreational services.
• Administer a well-rounded program of diversified activities in the assigned recreation component (arts and crafts, movies, weight room, intramurals, etc.).
• Submit supply needs, including equipment and maintenance, with suggested sources to supervisor.
• Keep daily records of attendance in recreational activities.
• Maintain discipline, cleanliness, and inventory control in assigned areas.
• Post schedules of monthly activities and special events.
• Submit a schedule of special activities for the upcoming month to supervisor on the last Wednesday of each month.
• Submit a list of monthly off-Center cultural activities and other events for inclusion on the upcoming month’s calendar of off-Center trips.
• Maintain a stocked first aid kit in assigned areas, clearly visible and accessible.
• Assist in recruitment of volunteers and supervise/direct any volunteer personnel assigned to the recreation area.
• Project a positive self-image and encourage enthusiastic participation in recreation programs.
• Chaperone and direct off-Center trips, ensuring necessary funds are available.
• Follow CDSS/CSS/BMS plans and procedures daily.
• Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and comply with safety practices.
• Adhere to required property controls policies and procedures.
• Maintain recreational equipment.
• Model, mentor, and monitor all Career Success Standards to help students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Participate in PRH-mandated staff training.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the individual’s scope and capabilities.

Requirements

• Above-average public speaking skills and experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to obtain a commercial driver’s license and travel periodically.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet special and emergency needs of the department.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts Degree or one year of related experience working with youth.
• Valid State Driver’s License.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsements.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and taste or smell.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision capabilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Noise level can vary from moderate to loud.