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Recreation Specialist

Education & Training Resources LLC·Medina, New York

Unknown·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

The Recreation Specialist organizes and supervises diverse recreational activities to support student emotional well-being and independence. They are responsible for maintaining facilities, tracking participation, and promoting healthy lifestyles among students in a residential setting.

Recreation Specialist Regular/Hourly/Non-Exempt Service Medina, NY $18.00 per hour Position Available: Recreation Specialist Are you passionate about working with young people and making a positive impact?

This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals pursuing or considering careers in Early Childhood Education, Elementary or Secondary Education, School Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Recreation Therapy, Youth Development, or any field focused on working with children and adolescents.

Gain valuable hands-on experience while helping students develop confidence, leadership skills, and healthy lifestyles in a supportive residential setting.

We are seeking a Full-time Recreation Specialist to provide engaging recreational and leisure activities that support our mission of helping students build confidence, emotional well-being, optimism, and independence.

By balancing academic and vocational training with fun, meaningful activities, Recreation Specialists play an important role in helping students succeed.

Monday: 1:00pm-10:00pm

Tuesday: 1:00pm-10:00pm

Wednesday: 11:00am-8:00pm

Thursday: 1:00pm-10:00pm

Friday: 2:30pm-11:30pm

Rotating Weekend hours

Saturday: 2:30pm-11:30pm

Sunday: 1:00pm-10:00pm

Our facility features an impressive weight room, arts and crafts room, basketball and volleyball courts, and opportunities for off-center activities such as hiking, paintball, photography, community events, and more. Whether your talents include sports, fitness, music, art, gaming, photography, or another hobby, we encourage you to share your interests and inspire our students.

Duties

  • Organize and supervise on- and off-center recreational activities.
  • Develop and implement diverse programs, including arts and crafts, intramurals, cultural events, and enrichment activities.
  • Promote healthy lifestyles, fitness, nutrition, and positive decision-making.
  • Prepare recreation schedules and activity calendars.
  • Coordinate student field trips and special events.
  • Maintain recreation facilities, equipment, and supplies.
  • Track program attendance and participation.
  • Transport students to and from center-sponsored activities.
  • Recognize and reinforce positive student behavior.
  • Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • One year of experience working with youth preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to pass a background check.
  • Why Job Corps? Imagine a career where your success is measured by the progress of the young people you serve. At Iroquois Job Corps, you'll help students ages 16-24 build brighter futures while gaining valuable experience in mentoring, leadership, behavior management, communication, and program planning—skills that are highly valued in education, counseling, social services, and youth development careers. About Job Corps Job Corps is the nation's largest residential career training and education program for young adults ages 16-24. For more than 50 years, the program has helped over two million students complete their education, develop career skills, and obtain meaningful employment. Iroquois Job Corps offers career training in:
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • Bricklaying
  • Carpentry
  • Electrical
  • Painting

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid vacation and sick leave (2 weeks each)
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Short-Term Disability
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Free access to our fitness facilities
  • Low-cost meals ($2.00 per meal)

Join our team and make a lasting difference in the lives of young adults while gaining meaningful experience that can help launch your career.

Iroquois Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. One year of experience working with youth is preferred, and the ability to pass a background check is mandatory.

  • high school
  • Communication
  • Mentoring
  • Leadership
  • Supervision
  • Program planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Facility maintenance
  • Behavior management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Event coordination
  • Youth development
  • Fitness instruction
  • Recreation programming
  • Student transportation
  • Activity scheduling

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Medina, New York
Posted
Aug 12, 2026
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Hiring organization

Education & Training Resources LLC

We are a proud partner of the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Job Corps, and workforce development programs across the nation. As a Job Corps center operator, ETR is a stakeholder in the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country, and our mission...

Salary listed on 7 jobs
IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypePrivately Held
Size501-1,000 employees
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New York recreation roles need youth experience

In New York, Recreation Specialist roles often draw steady interest in schools, community programs, and youth-serving settings. These positions can be competitive because employers look for a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, background-check clearance, and preferred experience working with youth. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then be ready to highlight any direct youth-program experience in your application.

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