Recreation Programs Supervisor - Granville Correctional

State of North Carolina

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a REPOST. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply. This position serves as the Recreation Coordinator and is responsible for the overall recreational program for inmates in a state prison facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services or criminal justice field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in corrections or related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

Nice To Haves

• Documented knowledge of Supportive Counseling Techniques.
• Documented knowledge of services available to individuals from the community and other Public and Private Programs.

Responsibilities

• Development, implementation and maintenance of the recreational program to include accountability of compliance for accreditation.
• Develop a comprehensive annual recreation plan to promote the physical, mental, emotional and social well-being of the population.
• Plan leisure activities, structured activities, special activities and recognition activities that involve both the facility and the community.
• Recreational activity planning and oversight; seasonal and holiday events; equipment and supply purchasing, inventory and distribution; evaluation of recreational areas; proper maintenance of equipment and areas; oversight of library access for all offenders (books, movies); and coordinating plans with staff and management.
• Ensure offenders with disabilities and close custody and/or restrictive housing offenders have access to all recreational programs within their assigned restrictions.
• Coordinate with community agencies to enrich programs, establish new programs and work with community volunteers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees