Activities & Recreation Counselor (63377)

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC•Ayer, MA

42d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Job Corps is the largest federal residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. We help eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, train them for meaningful careers, and assist them with obtaining employment and independence. By offering hands-on training in fields like manufacturing, health care, technology, and construction, we prepare students for lifelong careers in the industries that power America. Since 1964, Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals. Our Shriver campus is located right off of Route 2 in Devens, MA and services between 200 and 300 students at any given time with rolling admissions weekly. Our 21-acre campus houses a gym, basketball courts, dormitories, full-service cafeteria, wellness clinic, classrooms, trade workshops, offices, and more. If you’re driven to make a difference in the lives of young adults and help them reach their full potential, Shriver Job Corps is the place for you. We offer a dynamic work environment that will challenge you and help you grow; Shriver provides a rewarding work experience with plenty of opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Must possess a valid in-State Driver’s License and meet Company insurability requirements.
Physical requirements include sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or pushing, carrying, reaching, stooping and crouching.
Demonstrates the ability to lift 40 pounds and / or the ability to assess the lift load in order to ask for necessary assistance.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or 1-year related experience working with youth preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting Recreation team in providing students with a comprehensive and diverse recreation program.
Coordinates recreation and leadership activities/programs with Center and local community resources.
Ensures safe practices and program compliance within prescribed safety guidelines.
Documents student participation and accountability during recreation activities.
Maintains inventory of equipment and material and controls their use.
Recommends purchase of specific equipment.
Performs repairs on equipment as needed.
Responsible for the overall appearance, condition and organization of the recreation department facilities.
May oversee student recreation aide program.
Provides high-quality supervision and management for the student population and positively influences student behavior.
Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior.
Provides transportation for students on a regular basis.
Accepts direction and supervision from the Center Director/Center Duty Officer/Shift Manager to include assignments to temporarily perform job responsibilities of other departments and positions.
Other duties as assigned.