Recreation Coordinator

Job summary
The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting recreational activities for clients and their children (Family Shelter) following the prescribed curriculum.Supervises and monitors the internal and external recreation activities of the facility focusing on client engagement.Maintains the inventory of recreation equipment and items.
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Supervises and monitors the internal and external recreation activities of the facility focusing on client engagement.• Maintains the inventory of recreation equipment and items.• Organizes trips for clients seeking cultural activities that meet the needs of the changing client system.• Plans and organizes special facility events.• Develops linkages with external recreational programs and facilities.• Act as a liaison between the site and community-based recreational resources.• Maintains trip logs for agency vehicles.• Attends on-site case reviews.
Requirements
• High School or Equivalency Diploma.• At least two years prior experience in providing recreation services preferably in a Human Services agency.• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.• Knowledge of DHS regulations and systems (CARES) preferred.• Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with clients, staff, and children.• Knowledge of recreational programming and fundamentals of recreational sports and activities.• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EMR.• Willingness to utilize company vehicles to transport and escort clients as needed.• Flexibility and patience are a must for this role.• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of employment.