Recreation Supervisor-RSW

Description

Job Summary: Works together with students and staff to develop a program for their leisure time.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Supervises all recreation/non-vocational staff activity ensuring that students receive instruction in the safety aspects of all activities, e.g., drown proofing. Conducts in-service staff training session.
• Plans and arranges for all on-center activities, to include provision for cultural activities, arts and crafts, sports, and games.
• Maintains recreation/non-vocational supplies and equipment, and orders replacements as necessary.
• Submits timely reports on recreation/non-vocational activities.
• Manage monthly department budget and order supplies (cleaning and function) for the department. 
• Formulates and recommends new or revised recreation/non-vocational programs to the Social Development Director.
• Ensures that all programs comply with DOL requirements.
• Make community contacts with directors of recreational facilities to create positive partnerships/ linkages and develop rapport.
• Attends required staff training sessions.
• Facilitates staff and student meetings / groups as required 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Minimum: Associate of Arts degree or related field. Two years’ experience in supervising recreation/non vocational programs, including athletics, sports and crafts, music, and drama.

Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in physical education or Sports Management.  

Knowledge: Must possess a valid State driver’s license. Ability to obtain a CDL if required. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Working knowledge of various recreation/vocational student population. Ability to inspire students and staff.