RECREATION SPECIALIST

The GEO Group•City of McFarland, CA

About The Position

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work for GEO: We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things. Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful. Summary: The Recreation Specialist is responsible for the implementation and operation of a viable recreation program for all detainees. Oversees the recreation facilities and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certification required.
Must be a United States citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

Additional education in Physical Education, recreational therapy, or related field highly desirable.
Prior experience working with a detainee population or in a physical education program is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

The Recreation Specialist plans and organizes recreation activities.
Coaches all athletic teams.
The Recreation Specialist organizes and conducts all competitions and tournaments.
Explains and demonstrates to detainees the proper technique and use of all recreational equipment, including the enforcement of safety rules and regulations.
The Recreation Specialist inspects recreation area for cleanliness and safety.
Conducts weekly safety training sessions with recreation orderlies and clerks.
The Recreation Specialist checks all detainees in and out of the gym.
Maintains recreation department records.
The Recreation Specialist orders, maintains, and schedules the repair of all recreation department equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.