Recreation Aide

our Program • Albuquerque, NM

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Aide organizes and directs trainees in leisure-time recreation and non-vocational activities and leadership programs. The role assists with center-sponsored trips and events, including escorting and chaperoning, and may involve driving students to trips or events. The Recreation Aide assists with water safety programming, including videos, swimming certification, and swim lessons, as well as CIS documentation when applicable. The role may also provide instruction in recreational clubs and creative activities, including sports, poetry, drama, talent shows, arts, and crafts. The Recreation Aide mentors students in the Recreation Aide Program to help them establish life skills.

This position is at Albuquerque Job Corps in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It is a Service Contract Act (SCA) position with an hourly rate of $17.50. Work schedules must be flexible to include weekends, holidays, and/or nights. Employment is contingent on passing a drug screen and a nationwide criminal background check.

Requirements

• Associate of Arts degree or one year of related experience working with youth.
• Flexible work schedule that includes weekends, holidays, and/or nights.
• Valid driver's license in the state of employment and an acceptable driving record.
• Pass a drug screen in compliance with the Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check is required for employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a recreation or non-vocational program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and direct trainees in leisure-time recreation, non-vocational activities, and leadership programs.
• Assist with center-sponsored trips and events, including escorting and chaperoning.
• Drive students on trips or to events when needed.
• Assist with water safety programming, including videos, swimming certification, and swim lessons.
• Complete CIS documentation when applicable.
• Provide instruction in recreational clubs, such as sports, poetry, drama, and talent shows, and in creative activities such as arts and crafts.
• Mentor students in the Recreation Aide Program to help establish life skills.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Nine days of vacation in the first year of service.
• At least 11 paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%.
• Workers' compensation.
• AD&D insurance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-eligible employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree