Job Description
Job Description
Are you ready to have a blast while making a meaningful impact? Have fun, make a difference, and earn some extra cash by joining us as a per diem Recreation Specialist in Danvers, MA!
Pay Rate: $22.00
Recreation Program Schedule:
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Monday & Tuesday after 4:00 PM
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Wednesday daytime
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Friday 5:00-8:00 PM
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Saturday 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Job Summary: In collaboration with the Recreation Manager, Director and the Recreation Specialist staff, the Recreation Specialist implements and manages community-based programs and events offered through the Northeast Arc Recreation Department.
Qualifications:
- Must have a High School diploma. Some college experience is preferred.
- Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities.
- Prior experience with teens/ youth.
- Prior experience in the field of Recreation and Leisure is preferred.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
Major Responsibilities:
- Aids the Recreation Manager, Lead Recreation Specialist and Director of Recreation in the delivery of community based athletic, adventure, art, social and educational programs, events, trips and workshops.
- Assists the Recreation Department and or their designated program lead in the supervision of volunteers during the delivery of programs, events, trips and workshops.
- Maintains close contact with Recreation Manager and Director regarding incidents, their documentation and is accountable for the submission of mandated reporting.
- Leading the implementation and management of programs, community outings, events and workshops.
- Assisting the Recreation Manager and Director by contributing input towards effective development and implementation of program and special events.
- Aids the Recreation Manager or Lead Recreation Specialist with communications with participants, families, and support staff as well as with external organizations and agencies as/if needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
About the Program:
Northeast Arc’s Recreation program offers individuals the opportunity to participate in active and healthy recreation as well as leisure activities for enjoyment, relaxation, development, and personal growth. Recreation offers a variety of programs that run weekly during the nights and weekends, as well as seasonal. Examples of our activities include:
- Fitness classes like yoga and boxing
- Bowling Leagues
- Dances
- Movie Nights and Outings