What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Aide position at ECKERD YOUTH ALTERNATIVES INC?
Want to make a difference in a young person's life? This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth.
Make more than a Living, Make a Difference
Our Benefits:
- 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
- Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
- Workers Compensation
- AD&D Insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Service Contract Act (SCA) Position
Hourly Rate:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Recreation Aide reports to the Recreation, Fitness and Health Supervisor and is an hourly, non-exempt position.
- The Recreation Aide organizes and directs trainees in leisure- time recreation/non-vocational activities and leadership programs.
- Assists in center-sponsored trips and events including escorting and chaperoning. At times, may drive the students on trips/events.
- The Recreation Aide assists with Water Safety programming (videos, swimming certification and swim lessons} and CIS documentation- if applicable.
- May provide instructions to trainees in various recreational clubs such as sports, poetry, drama, talent shows, etc., and other creative activities, such as arts and crafts.
- Mentor students in Recreation Aide Program to help establish life skills.
- Ensures that all programs comply with DOL requirements.
Qualifications:
- Associates of Arts degree or one (1) year of related experience working with youth.
- Prefer experience in a recreation/non-vocational program.
- Must be flexible with work schedule to include weekends, holidays and/or nights.
- Valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.
- Prefer a CDL with passenger transport endorsement.
- Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
Additional Requirements: Knowledge of a variety of recreation/non-vocational activities. Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid/AED certification. Ability to communicate effectively and relate to the trainee population. Ability to inspire and motivate trainees. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment. In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.
*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.
Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.
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