ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients' Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees' Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers' needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This FULL-TIME Recreation Specialist position is located in Dayton, Ohio , and is $17.20 per hour. The Recreation Specialist reports to the Recreation Supervisor and is responsible for supporting a structured, well-rounded recreation program that provides safe and healthy outlets for students, including sports, arts, crafts, and Evening/Weekend Programming (EWP). This role oversees specialty programs such as performing arts, athletic teams, clubs, and general recreation activities in compliance with government, corporate, and management directives. Additional job duties may be assigned as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
- Assist the Recreation Supervisor in planning, coordinating, and supervising administrative and programmatic activities of the department, including Evening/Weekend Programming (EWP).
- Support the creation of monthly events and activities tailored to a broad range of students, including group fitness classes, organized sports, cultural events, dancing and theater, entrepreneurship classes, resume writing and interview technique sessions, volunteering and mentoring opportunities, arts and crafts, and physical education and conditioning.
- Organize and supervise student participation in a variety of recreation and vocational activities.
- Work with the Recreation Supervisor to ensure students who sign up for activities and events are eligible to participate.
- Chaperone students during off-center recreation activities.
- Coordinate new enrollee recreation orientation and RAP programs.
- Work with the Health/Wellness Manager in implementing the weight-improvement program.
- Assist with the center's creative arts programs.
- Instruct students in specialty activities such as drama, dance, and music, and support the clubs program.
- Adhere to safety practices in all recreational activities, including water sports.
- Model, mentor, and monitor the positive normative culture of the center.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Current CPR, First Aid, and water safety certifications required.
- Ability to promote Career Success Standards (CSS) by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students, and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer proficiency.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Two years of experience in recreation or physical education and working with youth required.
- Valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to actively participate in and supervise recreational activities.
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and physical activity.
- Ability to lift and carry recreational equipment and materials as needed.
Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:
- You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
- You like to make your employer look good.
- You find solutions, where others only see problems.
- You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
- You are aware of the employer's needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
- You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.
The benefits of working for ATHENA include a full benefit package:
- Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Medical and dependent flexible spending account.
- Pet insurance.
- 401k with a generous employer match.
- Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.
ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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Pay: $17.20 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have current CPR, First Aid, and water safety certifications?
- Do you have experience in recreation or physical education and working with youth?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- driver's license in OH (Required)
Work Location: In person
