Recreation Coordinator

Everstand•Baltimore, MD

97d•$22 - $27

About The Position

Everstand is not a federal or state agency. It is an independent not-for-profit organization that serves over 1,000 children annually across 12 locations. You would join about 800 teammates across DC, MD, PA, and WV that empower youth and their families to flourish within their community. Position Summary: Under direction, plans, promotes, implements, coordinates and supervises the daily activities of a variety of Residential athletic programs, including special events, recreation (community outreach, after school and summer events), therapeutic classes and facilities usage. Schedules a variety of campus wide program events and performs other work as required. Essential Functions: Model and act in accordance with Everstand’s core values. Coordinate the organization and operation of recreational and athletic programs, cultural arts programs, tournaments, and special events; organizes calendars of events; monitors activities to ensure compliance with department rules and regulations; monitors facilities and equipment for proper use. To assist in the planning and implementation of a well-rounded recreation program that includes cultural and community activities. To facilitate programs within a well-balanced recreation program demonstrating the necessary skills and attitude to provide a learning environment for the youth. Monitor condition and proper use of recreation facilities, courts, ball fields, and other equipment and facilities; documents and reports needed maintenance repairs. Oversees registration for scheduled events and programs; assists in registering participants; accepts registrations and payments for programs and events; maintains registration records and balances cash receipts; reviews registration materials and rosters for completeness Refers to city/state/agency policies and procedures, recreational and athletic handbooks, first aid manuals, national recreation programming materials in performing assigned duties To provide appropriate supervision to the youth participating in programs sponsored by the recreation department. To act as a resource to other Everstand members who are planning cottage recreation activities. To assist with the planning and implementation of summer trips and programs.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree with 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
Must be certified in Medication Administration through the State of Maryland within six months of employment. (Training provided by the agency.)
Certified Lifeguard within one year
Certified in Rope Course within one year
Ability to effectively express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; computer literate.
Able to develop effective behavioral interventions and strategic using sound, objective decision making.
Ability to organize staffing and therapeutic programming; able to engage children in positive decision making.
Ability to supervise staff to ensure they engage children in a positive and effective manner.
Able to work cooperatively with others.
Able to learn and effectively utilize different technology platforms.
Excellent computer use knowledge with Microsoft Windows 10 and 365 Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Proven effective time management, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to problem solve.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to keep an electronic calendar (Outlook).
Demonstrates the ability and knowledge of conducting an initial admission or residents into the agency.
Demonstrates an understanding of daily routines and the need for consistency within the unit.
Demonstrates the ability to complete an accurate staff schedule, while minimizing and/or eliminating overtime.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of unit systems, and effectively oversees their completion.
Demonstrates an understanding of health and safety standards through ensuring compliance throughout the agency.
Demonstrates understanding of the carious programs at the Everstand in order to adequately orient and guide staff.
Demonstrates the ability to receive, transmit, store and retrieve information as evidenced through written documentation in a record log and verbal communication.
Fosters equality and diversity in problem identification and conflict resolution among both staff and residents.
Ability to pass RCYCP certification both at employee orientation and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
Ability to pass TCI aid certification both at employee orientation and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
Ability to pass CPR/First aid certification both at employee orientation and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
Ability to demonstrate the possession of a valid driver’s license prior to employment and ability to maintain the license and operate a motor vehicle thereafter.
Ability to pass CPS/UII background check both prior to employment and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
Ability to pass a Tuberculosis Screening both prior to employment and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
Ability to pass a work-readiness physical performed by a certified medical professional both prior to employment and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
Ability to pass a Federal and State Fingerprinting Background Check both prior to employment and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
Ability to pass a drug screen via urinalysis both prior to employment and randomly thereafter.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s Degree in recreation, recreation therapy, or physical education.
A working knowledge of skill and hobby crafts.
The ability to organize athletic games and teams.
The ability to work with clients and staff in a professional and responsive manner.

Responsibilities

Model and act in accordance with Everstand’s core values.
Coordinate the organization and operation of recreational and athletic programs, cultural arts programs, tournaments, and special events; organizes calendars of events; monitors activities to ensure compliance with department rules and regulations; monitors facilities and equipment for proper use.
To assist in the planning and implementation of a well-rounded recreation program that includes cultural and community activities.
To facilitate programs within a well-balanced recreation program demonstrating the necessary skills and attitude to provide a learning environment for the youth.
Monitor condition and proper use of recreation facilities, courts, ball fields, and other equipment and facilities; documents and reports needed maintenance repairs.
Oversees registration for scheduled events and programs; assists in registering participants; accepts registrations and payments for programs and events; maintains registration records and balances cash receipts; reviews registration materials and rosters for completeness
Refers to city/state/agency policies and procedures, recreational and athletic handbooks, first aid manuals, national recreation programming materials in performing assigned duties
To provide appropriate supervision to the youth participating in programs sponsored by the recreation department.
To act as a resource to other Everstand members who are planning cottage recreation activities.
To assist with the planning and implementation of summer trips and programs.