Program Coordinator- Recreation and Wellness

Windham School District • Austin, TX

1d

About The Position

The Program Coordinator- Recreation and Wellness assists in developing and promoting programs designed to encourage the health and wellness of employees and incarcerated residents. The role supports recreation and wellness initiatives on Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) units, including program monitoring, training and technical support, communications and materials, data analysis, reporting, and recordkeeping. The position requires personal technology for completing duties when working remotely and the ability to travel extensively. Retirees of the Texas Teachers Retirement System (TRS) may apply; selected retirees are responsible for reimbursing the district for applicable TRS pension or TRS Care surcharges through payroll deduction.

Requirements

• Three years of full-time, wage-earning experience in fitness, health and wellness, nutrition, a related field, technical program support, or a correctional environment.
• Ability to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
• Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of trends and best practices in employee health and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of public health issues.
• Ability to travel extensively.
• Personal technology capable of supporting job duties and responsibilities when working remotely.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree from a CHEA- or USDE-recognized accredited college or university, with major coursework in Health and Wellness, Fitness, Nutrition, or a related field.
• Experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing programs that build awareness and motivation and provide tools to help employees and incarcerated residents adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Assist in monitoring recreation and wellness programs on TDCJ units.
• Assist with purchasing and distributing recreation and wellness communications, supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Provide training and technical support to incarcerated residents, Windham staff, and TDCJ staff assigned to recreation and wellness.
• Assist in planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring recreation and wellness initiatives and activities.
• Assist in developing and reviewing educational materials and curriculum for incarcerated residents and unit staff.
• Develop and circulate monthly activity calendars and professional development on recreation and wellness topics for specific regions.
• Gather and analyze data to measure the success of initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Compile comprehensive monthly reports on participation, initiatives, activities, and outcomes.
• Coordinate the reporting and retention of appropriate records and files.
• Prepare and file necessary reports connected with assigned TDCJ units.
• Stay current on relevant health and wellness topics.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Attend work punctually at the assigned work location and perform duties professionally.
• Follow Windham School District policies and procedures.
• Perform duties ethically and responsibly in accordance with 19 TAC Chapter 247, Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed