Activities & Recreation Counselor (Part-Time Evenings) (59971)

Shriver Job Corps Center provides students aged 16-24 with free hands-on vocational training and the opportunity to earn their High School Diploma or Equivalent. Our academic and career training programs are accredited and lead to national industry-recognized credentials.

Our 21-acre campus is nestled away minutes off of Route 2 in Devens, MA. We service between 200 and 300 students at any given time with rolling admissions weekly. Most students reside on campus, while some commute daily. Our staff value the student experience and often cite the personal impact of what we do as a major factor of employment satisfaction. In addition, we have amenities that are open for staff to utilize such as a gym, basketball courts, full-service cafeteria, and more as well as full benefits packages offered to eligible employees.

Job Description

• Responsible for working with Recreation team to provide students with a comprehensive and diverse recreation program.
• Promotes health and wellness through overseeing the recreation activities as outlined on the approved recreation schedule.
• Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data.
• Coordinates recreation activities with CPP and Social Development to include evening programming.
• Coordinates recreation and leadership activities/programs with Center and local community resources.
• Ensures safe practices and program compliance within prescribed safety guidelines.
• Documents student participation and accountability during recreation activities.
• Maintains inventory of equipment and material and controls their use. Recommends purchase of specific equipment. Performs repairs on equipment as needed.
• Responsible for the overall appearance, condition and organization of the recreation department facilities.
• May oversee student recreation aide program.
• Assist with dormitory coverage and student transportation, as needed.
• Provides high-quality supervision and management for the student population and positively influences student behavior. Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior.
• Works in partnership with staff from all Departments to ensure effective supervision and services are provided to students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Schedule

• Saturday-Tuesday, 5:00 PM-10:00 PM