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Recreation Assistant

Aleut Federal

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Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 day ago

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Quick overview

The Recreation Assistant directs trainees in leisure-time activities and leadership programs while modeling professional workplace ethics. Responsibilities include organizing sports tournaments, coaching teams, and assisting with fitness and creative arts programs.

Requirements summary

Candidates need an Associate of Arts degree or one year of experience working with youth and a valid driver's license. Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification and a preference for a CDL with passenger endorsement are also noted.

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Job description

Job Corps is the country's largest nationwide no-cost residential career training program and has been operating for more than 50 years. With a mission to “attract eligible young people, teach them the skills they need to become employable and independent and place them in meaningful jobs or further their education,” the program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, train them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment. Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals since 1964.

The Recreation Assistant directs trainees in leisure-time recreation/non-vocational activities and leadership programs. Demonstrates ongoing commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of workplace relationship and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living. Reports to the Recreation, Fitness, and Health Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates and abides by Aleut Core Values.
  • Assists in the organization and implementation of recreation/ non-vocational programs and lifelong leisure-learning activities and programs, encouraging trainees.
  • Develops and operates weekly contests and tournaments.
  • Activities will also be dependent upon the season and the weather.
  • Assists in center-sponsored trips and may escort staff to events.
  • Assists with Water Safety programming (videos, swimming certification, and swim lessons) and CIS.
  • Coaches intramural and/or varsity teams engaged in on- and off-center activities. DC does not go off center; PS is the same.
  • Assists trainees in fitness and weight training, instructing (DC) technique, what occurs after, and replenishing protein/diet.
  • Assists trainees in various recreational clubs, such as poetry, drama, talent shows, and other creative activities, such as arts and crafts.
  • Ensures that all programs comply with the Department of Labor.
  • Attends required staff training.
  • Cultivate and maintain a climate in the center that is free of harassment, intimidation, bullying, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work.
  • Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills, including personal responsibility.

Benefits

  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Dental/Vision Insurance
  • 401k And Match

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Aleut Federal

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Aleut Federal

Aleut Federal, LLC is The Aleut Corporation’s entity for managing all of its federal services, offering a portfolio of subsidiaries certified by the Small Business Administration as 8(a), small disadvantaged, and/or small business. We provide a proud history of proven...

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TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQReston, Virginia

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  • Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, and adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
  • Performs other duties assigned.
  • The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

    Education and Experience Requirements

    • Associate of Arts degree or one (1) year of related experience working with youth.
    • Prefer experience in a recreation/non-vocational capacity working with youth
    • Valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record
    • Prefer a CDL with a passenger transport endorsement.

    Additional Requirements

    • Knowledge of a variety of recreation/non-vocational activities.
    • Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
    • Communicate effectively and relate to the trainee population.
    • Inspire and motivate trainees.
    • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
    • The position requires the ability to operate office equipment.
    • In addition, individuals must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

    Working Conditions

    This position involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, carrying, running, and driving. Occasionally position involves climbing, pushing, pulling, squatting, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Applicant must be able to see, hear, and speak.

    Environmental Demands

    The position requires the ability to spend work time outside and indoors depending upon weather conditions; the ability to withstand moderate noise levels, including voice levels 90% of work time; the ability to work in high-temperature settings during the summer months; and ability to work in low-temperature settings in winter months.

    Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees

    • Health insurance
    • Dental/Vision insurance
    • Paid Time Off
    • Short- and Long-Term Disability
    • Life insurance
    • 401k and match

    Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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    Market context

    Illinois recreation roles value youth experience

    In Illinois, Recreation Assistant roles often draw candidates with youth-program experience and practical credentials, especially when programs serve schools, camps, or community settings. Competition can be stronger for applicants who already have an associate degree, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to earn CPR/First Aid/AED certification, with a CDL passenger endorsement sometimes preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience with youth and any driving or certification plans in your application.

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