Recreation Advisor(PT)

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC•Town of Bethlehem, NY

4d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Advisor works with the Recreation team to provide students with a comprehensive and diverse recreation program and promote health and wellness by overseeing activities on the approved recreation schedule. The role coordinates recreation and leadership programming with Center departments and local community resources, including evening programming, and helps ensure activities are safe and compliant with prescribed guidelines. The position documents student participation, manages recreation equipment and materials, recommends equipment purchases, performs repairs as needed, and maintains the appearance and organization of recreation facilities. It may also include overseeing the student recreation aide program. The Recreation Advisor provides high-quality supervision and support to students, works in partnership with staff across departments, and accepts direction from Center leadership, including temporary assignments in other departments or positions. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate of Arts degree or one year of related experience working with youth.
Valid in-state driver's license and ability to meet Company insurability requirements.
Ability to sit, stand, climb, walk, lift, pull and/or push, carry, reach, stoop, and crouch.
Ability to lift 40 pounds or assess the load and request necessary assistance.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with supervising a comprehensive and diverse recreation program.
Coordinate recreation activities with CPP and Social Development, including evening programming.
Coordinate recreation and leadership activities and programs with Center and local community resources.
Ensure safe practices and program compliance within prescribed safety guidelines.
Document student participation and accountability during recreation activities.
Maintain an inventory of equipment and materials and control their use.
Recommend purchases of specific equipment and perform equipment repairs as needed.
Maintain the appearance, condition, and organization of recreation department facilities.
May oversee the student recreation aide program.
Produce thorough, timely, and accurate work and assignments.
Maintain appropriate attendance, accountability, and work productivity standards.
Plan, prioritize, and organize assignments to meet established goals and deadlines.
Maintain skills needed to perform job duties and apply job knowledge to complete responsibilities.
Mentor, monitor, and model Career Success Standards as required by the PRH.
Provide high-quality supervision and management of students, positively influence behavior, show respect and courtesy, and hold students accountable for their actions and behavior.
Provide timely operational support for Center operations and pursue improvements to fulfill program objectives.
Communicate ideas and information clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and contribute relevant ideas and knowledge to group efforts.
Provide quality and timely information to DOL or the Company when requested.
Identify problems, analyze causes, evaluate solutions before acting or recommending action, and follow up to ensure appropriate corrective action.
Partner with staff from all departments to ensure effective supervision and services for students.
Accept direction and supervision from the Center Director, Center Duty Officer, or Shift Manager, including temporary assignments to perform responsibilities of other departments or positions.
Perform other duties as assigned.