Recreation Assistant

Aleut Federal•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Job Corps is the country's largest nationwide no-cost residential career training program, operating for more than 50 years. Its mission is to attract eligible young people, teach them the skills they need to become employable and independent, and place them in meaningful jobs or further their education. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, train them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment, having trained and educated over two million individuals since 1964. The Recreation Assistant directs trainees in leisure-time recreation/non-vocational activities and leadership programs. This role demonstrates an ongoing commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of workplace relationship and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living. The position reports to the Recreation, Fitness, and Health Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Requirements

Associate of Arts degree or one (1) year of related experience working with youth.
Valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of a variety of recreation/non-vocational activities.
Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
Ability to communicate effectively and relate to the trainee population.
Ability to inspire and motivate trainees.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to operate office equipment.
Ability to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a recreation/non-vocational capacity working with youth.
CDL with a passenger transport endorsement.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates and abides by Aleut Core Values.
Assists in the organization and implementation of recreation/ non-vocational programs and lifelong leisure-learning activities and programs, encouraging trainees.
Develops and operates weekly contests and tournaments.
Activities will also be dependent upon the season and the weather.
Assists in center-sponsored trips and may escort staff to events.
Assists with Water Safety programming (videos, swimming certification, and swim lessons) and CIS.
Coaches intramural and/or varsity teams engaged in on- and off-center activities.
Assists trainees in fitness and weight training, instructing technique, what occurs after, and replenishing protein/diet.
Assists trainees in various recreational clubs, such as poetry, drama, talent shows, and other creative activities, such as arts and crafts.
Ensures that all programs comply with the Department of Labor.
Attends required staff training.
Cultivate and maintain a climate in the center that is free of harassment, intimidation, bullying, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work.
Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills, including personal responsibility.
Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, and adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
Performs other duties assigned.