Recreational Activities Specialist II

State of Oklahoma • Lawton, OK

5d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.
• Sufficient proficiency in the English language to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of the position and agency operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed