Recreational Facilitator

Compass Connections•Robstown, TX

About The Position

Compass Connections is hiring a compassionate and dependable Recreational Facilitator for its facility in Robstown, Texas. The organization provides emergency shelter and group home placement for children while working toward family reunification. The role plans, coordinates, and supports recreational activities for children, both at and away from the facility, while helping maintain a safe, orderly environment and supporting children’s progress and engagement. The position requires fluency in English and Spanish, a high school diploma, and two years of progressive experience in behavioral sciences, human services, or social services. An associate degree is preferred. First aid, CPR, and emergency behavior intervention certifications are listed. The schedule is Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m., with evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed or requested by the position supervisor. The hourly rate is $24.90. Benefits are available from the first day of employment and include employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan options, and other employer-sponsored benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Two years of progressive employment experience in behavioral sciences, human services, or social services.
Fluency in English and Spanish.
First aid, CPR, and emergency behavior intervention certifications.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens during employment.
Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
Pass pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
Respond sensitively and competently to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the service population.
Work collaboratively with staff members, service providers, and other professionals.
Provide crisis intervention according to Compass Connections training when needed to maintain a safe environment.
Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining emotional control and professional composure.
Maintain the computer literacy needed to perform the responsibilities of the position.
Work effectively and without intensive supervision, independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrate working knowledge of Compass Connections policies and procedures.
Be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.

Responsibilities

Meet applicable federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards.
Develop and implement a monthly recreational activity calendar for activities at and away from the facility.
Ensure recreational supplies and equipment are available for activities.
Identify and recruit community partners and maintain their commitment.
Coordinate volunteer participation, including church group volunteers, in recreational activities.
Provide clear verbal directions and guidelines during recreational activities.
Document each child’s progress in recreational activities in monthly and quarterly reports.
Assist staff with supervision of the service population during recreational activities.
Supervise direct care staff during off-campus recreational outings.
Use appropriate positive child management techniques, including verbal redirection, de-escalation, and physical containment.
Survey the service population quarterly about satisfaction and ways to improve the service, and implement appropriate suggestions.
Participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions, and operations.
Participate in workshops, seminars, education programs, and activities that promote professional growth and development.
Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed or requested by the position supervisor.
Implement safety protocols, including evacuating with children and other staff in an emergency.
Maintain confidentiality concerning the service population and program operations.
Follow professional and ethical standards, show respect for agency staff, the service population, and community members, and comply with the required dress code.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate recreational opportunities for the service population.
Maintain a safe and orderly environment while the service population participates in activities.
Frequently travel from one location to another.
Meet deadlines required by the program supervisor and federal partners.