Recreational Activities Specialist I

State of Oklahoma

3d • $15

About The Position

Basic Purpose
Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities related to planning, organizing, directing and conducting individual and group leisure-time and physical education activities in a hospital, institution or school.
Typical Functions
The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following:
Plans, organizes and conducts various leisure-time and physical education activities, prepares scheduled events and insures that required equipment and other materials are in place. Plans and directs group activities aimed at developing appropriate group interaction behavior, a sense of team work and fairness, interpersonal communication skills and cooperation and ensures that order and discipline are maintained during recreation periods. Supervises, coaches and instructs indoor and outdoor team and athletic events. Teaches physical education, hygiene, sanitation and good personal habits. Participates in the maintenance, procurement and selection of athletic equipment, facilities, supplies and other materials for leisure-time activities and physical education programs.
Level Descriptor
Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others. This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned responsibilities for performing beginning level work under close supervision, in a training status to build their skills in planning and conducting recreational activities.

Requirements

• one year of experience in instructing/directing a community service or recreational program; or in closely related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• knowledge of recreational, athletic and group work principles and techniques
• knowledge of the fundamentals and rules of common sports
• knowledge of first aid treatment techniques.
• Ability to communicate orally
• Ability to conduct group activities
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• successful applicants to any level to obtain and maintain a CDL within 6 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and conducts various leisure-time and physical education activities, prepares scheduled events and insures that required equipment and other materials are in place.
• Plans and directs group activities aimed at developing appropriate group interaction behavior, a sense of team work and fairness, interpersonal communication skills and cooperation and ensures that order and discipline are maintained during recreation periods.
• Supervises, coaches and instructs indoor and outdoor team and athletic events.
• Teaches physical education, hygiene, sanitation and good personal habits.
• Participates in the maintenance, procurement and selection of athletic equipment, facilities, supplies and other materials for leisure-time activities and physical education programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees