Recreation Instructor

Merakey • Pittsburgh, PA

8h

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career, while working with an
extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We
are seeking a Recreation Instructor to join our team, at the program in Crafton,
PA.

Earn $23.00/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.

This is professional work in teaching recreation and swimming to developmentally
disabled individuals. This employee is primarily responsible for developing and
maintaining the residents gross, fine, and perceptual motor skills through
structured class and leisure time activities and through assessments.

He/She will also assist with swimming programs for therapeutic purposes, teach
cooperation, sportsmanship, fair play, and provide healthful recreational
outlets for residents. Work is performed under the direction of the Program
Director.

Share in the development of classes and programs that are developmental in
regard to the residents’ functioning level and skill abilities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A Bachelors Degree in Recreation Therapy, Physical Education or other related field

Nice To Haves

• WSI, Advanced Lifesaving and Adapted Aquatics Instructor Certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement assessments evaluating residents’ gross, fine, fitness, perceptual motor and swimming abilities.
• Develop a system for class scheduling and participation and be consistent with techniques and methods used in recreation classes.
• Develop, organize and implement leisure interest clubs, i.e., Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.
• Devise, implement and document individual and activity goal plans and Behavior Management Plans.
• Maintain records of resident participation.
• Prepare periodic evaluations of residents’ progress and response to programming and participate as an integral member in the interdisciplinary staffing of the residents.
• Plan, develop, implement, organize and supervise programs of team and individual sports with carryover to spectator sports and Special Olympics.
• Assists with feeding programs during residents’ meal times.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level