Recreation Coordinator/Student Government Advisor-BKN

Career Systems Development Corporation•Brooklyn, NY

2d•$20

About The Position

Job Summary: Responsible for the recreation/non-vocational activities of assigned students, as well as being the core advisor for the Centers Student Government functions. Duties/Responsibilities: Organizes, conducts, and directs recreation/non-vocational activities, while supervising all student recreation/non-vocational activities on and off center , including at times, leading larger recreational trips including bus trips (Commercial drivers license required) Presents Recreation Overview to new students during their Career Preparation preview training , including providing training on appropriate use of equipment, including fitness equipment. Assists in the planning and formulation of student recreation/avocational activities with special emphasis on the safety aspects of each activity. Coaches or supervises various sports activities, which may include conducting water safety training and supervising swimming and watersport activities (Lifeguard Certification Required). Prepares reports, forms, case notes and files observations of student’s behavior, performance, notable information or events, and progress towards achieving goals and objectives , while maintaining confidentiality. but reports significant events or situations immediately through approved channels to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of students and staff, and to ensure that required reporting occurs. Ensures equipment and assigned work areas are clean and maintained in accordance with Center, CSD, and Department of Labor standards, including quarterly inventories, submitting property relocation requests, ordering additional necessary supplies / equipment. Recruit potential SGA members and coordinate incentive/team building opportunities for Student Government , including involvement in the process of SGA Executive Board Members election. May participate in Center HEALS (Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle) program, process, and the year-to-year initiatives. Provide ongoing feedback to SGA members regarding performance and engagement in SGA & Leadership, and conducts required Student Committee meetings within the Department. Supervise SGA coordinated/sponsored events , while promoting SGA sponsored activities and initiatives, advising students in creating and maintaining student-run clubs. Coordinate, implement and promote monthly evening leadership programs including consistent extended training opportunities for student leaders. Work with SGA members in operation of the Student Store/Canteen. Liaison with outside partners & center staff to coordinate guest speakers for extended leadership training. Adheres to all Job Corps Policy & Requirements Handbook, CSD policies and procedures, and the Center Operating Procedures. Conducts daily checks of assigned work area to ensure the Safety of all students. Documents and reports on all Facility / Safety related issues. Facilitates prompt and appropriate assistance to students in the event of injury, illness, or emotional trauma. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum: Associates degree or one-year related experience working with youth.
Must obtain and maintain lifeguard certification.
A CDL bus driver’s license.
Must obtain and maintain current CPR/First Aid Certification.
Must possess a valid State driver’s license.
Knowledge of various recreation/avocation activities.
Ability to effectively relate to student population.
Ability to motivate students.
High energy level; enthusiastic.

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree
Experience as a coach, arts & crafts, performing arts.

Responsibilities

Organizes, conducts, and directs recreation/non-vocational activities, while supervising all student recreation/non-vocational activities on and off center , including at times, leading larger recreational trips including bus trips
Presents Recreation Overview to new students during their Career Preparation preview training , including providing training on appropriate use of equipment, including fitness equipment.
Assists in the planning and formulation of student recreation/avocational activities with special emphasis on the safety aspects of each activity.
Coaches or supervises various sports activities, which may include conducting water safety training and supervising swimming and watersport activities
Prepares reports, forms, case notes and files observations of student’s behavior, performance, notable information or events, and progress towards achieving goals and objectives , while maintaining confidentiality.
Ensures equipment and assigned work areas are clean and maintained in accordance with Center, CSD, and Department of Labor standards, including quarterly inventories, submitting property relocation requests, ordering additional necessary supplies / equipment.
Recruit potential SGA members and coordinate incentive/team building opportunities for Student Government , including involvement in the process of SGA Executive Board Members election.
May participate in Center HEALS (Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle) program, process, and the year-to-year initiatives.
Provide ongoing feedback to SGA members regarding performance and engagement in SGA & Leadership, and conducts required Student Committee meetings within the Department.
Supervise SGA coordinated/sponsored events , while promoting SGA sponsored activities and initiatives, advising students in creating and maintaining student-run clubs.
Coordinate, implement and promote monthly evening leadership programs including consistent extended training opportunities for student leaders.
Work with SGA members in operation of the Student Store/Canteen.
Liaison with outside partners & center staff to coordinate guest speakers for extended leadership training.
Adheres to all Job Corps Policy & Requirements Handbook, CSD policies and procedures, and the Center Operating Procedures.
Conducts daily checks of assigned work area to ensure the Safety of all students.
Documents and reports on all Facility / Safety related issues.
Facilitates prompt and appropriate assistance to students in the event of injury, illness, or emotional trauma.
Performs other duties as assigned.