Recreation Specialist: Part-Time Lifeguard

Description

 We have an exciting new job opportunity for you at the Carl D Perkins Job Corps Center! We are currently seeking energetic, talented applicants for our PART-TIME LIFEGUARD position! At Insights Training Group LLC, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusiveness, service, integrity, community, and family. Come join our amazing team!                      "Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities." 

DEPARTMENT: Recreation

REPORTS TO: Recreation Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Job Summary: Responsible for the conduct and instruction of a specific recreation activity or several closely related activities at a single facility or at a variety of facilities and localities

Duties:

• Direct and supervise the work of recreation leaders, non-professional personnel, and volunteers who may be assigned to assist in the instructional phase of the specified activity.
• Serves as an instructor in a specialty field of recreation as scheduled, with considerable freedom as to approach, method and subject material.
• Explains and demonstrates the uses of supplies and equipment, and the techniques and procedures used in the activity sessions.
• Maintains equipment and supplies necessary for classes and/or instruction.
• Exercises professional judgment and responsibility in the conduct of the specialty activities.
• Requisitions necessary materials and supplies.
• Participates in planning course content for recreation and leisure time learning programs.
• Assists other recreation staff in working to meet the specific interests of students.
• Assists with administrative duties of the recreation program.
• Trains and supervises assigned staff and volunteers in the activities and related services;
• Uses computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments.
• Keeps a daily record of attendance in the assigned recreational activities, arts and crafts, movie, weight room, intramurals, etc.
• Maintains discipline, cleanliness and inventory control in assigned areas.
• Posts schedules of monthly activities and special events.
• Submits a schedule of special activities for the upcoming month to supervisor on the last Wednesday of each month.
• Submits list of monthly off-center cultural activities and other events, which will be placed on the upcoming month’s calendar of off-center trips.
• Maintains a stocked first aid kit in assigned area where it is clearly visible and accessible.
• Assists in recruitment of volunteers and supervises and gives direction to any volunteer personnel assigned to the recreation area.
• Projects a positive self-image and encourages enthusiastic participation in recreation programs.
• Chaperones and directs off-Center trips and ensures necessary funds are available for the trips.
• Submits time sheets and other reports timely and according to center policy.
• Assists with and trains student leaders according to center policy.
• Follows CDSS plan and Standards of Conduct system.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Participates in PRH mandated staff training. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the individual’s scope and capabilities.

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.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience: Associate of Arts Degree, preferably in a related field. Valid state driver’s license with CDL.  Life guard 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 sit and stand and walk; to reach with hands and arms and talk and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; to taste and to smell. The employee must move 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

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.