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Job Description
Job Id:
2162
# of Openings:
1
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Position
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Recreation Aide
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Reports To
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Recreation Supervisor
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Department
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Residential
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FLSA STATUS
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Hourly Non-Exempt
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Primary Position Objectives
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Responsible for developing, conducting, and supervising/chaperoning a wide variety of leisure-time activities for all students. Shifts will vary, must be available evenings and weekends.
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Position Responsibilities
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Key Responsibilities
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Brief Description of Duties
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Administration Procedures
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Wage: $18.03-$18.04/hourly
SCA Fringe Benefit eligible
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Position Competencies
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Key Competencies
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Performance Standards/Results
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Effective Communication
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Organization of Work
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Qualifications
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Knowledge of recreation activities, games, sports, arts, and crafts, etc.
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Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, and Excel
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Experience
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Minimum of one to two years related experience and/or training
One-year related experience working with youth and young adults
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Education
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High School Diploma or Equivalent Required; Associate of Arts Degree preferred
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Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
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Valid State Driver’s License, Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B CDL with passenger endorsements
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Lifeguard Certificate Preferred
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Physical Demands
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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
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Work Environment
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The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.
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Benefits Include
- Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)
- 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
- Paid Holidays, PTO + More
Disclaimer:
As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.
All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.
LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Jennifer Law, Human Resources Manager at 360-854-2160 or [email protected] for assistance.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.
The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.
Position
Recreation Aide
Reports To
Recreation Supervisor
Department
Residential
FLSA STATUS
Hourly Non-Exempt
Primary Position Objectives
Responsible for developing, conducting, and supervising/chaperoning a wide variety of leisure-time activities for all students. Shifts will vary, must be available evenings and weekends.
Position Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Brief Description of Duties
Administration Procedures
Wage: $18.03-$18.04/hourly
SCA Fringe Benefit eligible
- Assist with work involved in planning, organizing, and carrying out department’s total recreational services
- Explain and demonstrate the use of supplies and equipment, and the techniques and procedures used in the activity sessions
- Exercise professional judgement and responsibility in the conduct of the specialty activities
- Administer a well-rounded program of diversified activities in the assigned recreation component
- Submit all supply needs, giving suggested source of supply to supervisor
- Keep a daily record of attendance in the assigned recreational activities, arts and crafts, movies, weight room, intramurals, etc.
- 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 list of monthly off-Center cultural activities and other events, which will be placed on the upcoming month’s calendar of off-Center trips
- Maintain a stocked first aid kit in assigned area where it is clearly visible and accessible
- Maintain recreational equipment
- Assist in recruitment of volunteers and supervise and give direction to 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 and ensure necessary funds are available for the trips
- Submit time sheets and other reports timely and according to Center policy
- Assist with and train student leaders according to Center policy
- Follow CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily
- Adhere to required property control policies and procedures
- Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and comply with safety practices
- Model, mentor, monitor appropriate Career Success Standards
- Help students become more employable through continuous reinforcement
- Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connection’s core values and operating principles
- Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), LifeSkills Connection’s policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
- Participate in PRH mandated staff training; Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
- Perform other duties as assigned
Position Competencies
Key Competencies
Performance Standards/Results
Effective Communication
- Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
- Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
- Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend
Organization of Work
- Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously
- Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
- Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth
- Initiate and respond to suggestions for improving service
Qualifications
Knowledge of recreation activities, games, sports, arts, and crafts, etc.
Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, and Excel
Experience
Minimum of one to two years related experience and/or training
One-year related experience working with youth and young adults
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required; Associate of Arts Degree preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid State Driver’s License, Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B CDL with passenger endorsements
Lifeguard Certificate Preferred
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.
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