Recreation Aide

Eckerd Connects•Washington, DC

22d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Aide organizes and directs trainees in leisure-time recreation/non-vocational activities and leadership programs. This role assists in center-sponsored trips and events, including escorting and chaperoning, and may drive students on trips/events. The Recreation Aide also assists with Water Safety programming (videos, swimming certification and swim lessons) and CIS documentation if applicable. Additionally, they may provide instructions to trainees in various recreational clubs such as sports, poetry, drama, talent shows, etc., and other creative activities like arts and crafts. A key aspect of this role is mentoring students in the Recreation Aide Program to help establish life skills.

Requirements

Associates of Arts degree or one (1) year of related experience working with youth.
Must be flexible with work schedule to include weekends, holidays and/or nights.
Valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.
Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience in a recreation/non-vocational program.

Responsibilities

Organizes and directs trainees in leisure-time recreation/non-vocational activities and leadership programs.
Assists in center-sponsored trips and events including escorting and chaperoning.
May drive students on trips/events.
Assists with Water Safety programming (videos, swimming certification and swim lessons) and CIS documentation if applicable.
May provide instructions to trainees in various recreational clubs such as sports, poetry, drama, talent shows, etc., and other creative activities, such as arts and crafts.
Mentors students in Recreation Aide Program to help establish life skills.