Recreational Activities Specialist

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The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is seeking a Recreational Activities Specialist to work at the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center in Tecumseh, Oklahoma. This position will supervise athletic events and oversee recreation periods. If you have experience in planning and directing recreational activities and promoting interpersonal communication skills for juveniles, we want to hear from you! Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact on Oklahoma’s youth.

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities related to planning, organizing, directing and conducting individual and group leisure-time and physical education activities in a hospital, institution or school.

• Plans, organizes and conducts various leisure-time and physical education activities, prepares scheduled events and ensures that required equipment and other materials are in place.

• Plans and directs group activities aimed at developing appropriate group interaction behavior, a sense of teamwork and fairness, interpersonal communication skills and cooperation and ensures that order and discipline are maintained during recreation periods.

• Supervises, coaches and instructs indoor and outdoor team and athletic events.

• Teaches physical education, hygiene, sanitation and good personal habits.

• Participates in the maintenance, procurement and selection of athletic equipment, facilities, supplies and other materials for leisure-time activities and physical education programs.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

• Ability to multi-task and adapt to demanding and changing timelines.

• Ability to maintain a high degree of discretion, integrity and sensitivity to confidentiality and privacy.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while building strong relationships with all levels of staff and effectively collaborating, communicating, respecting, and assisting peers.

Level I - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of one year of experience in instructing/directing a community service or recreational program; or in closely related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Level II - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree in physical education, recreation, recreational therapy, or a closely related field; or a bachelor’s degree and one year of experience in instructing/directing a community service or recreational program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The following requirements should be met within 1 year of hire:

• Obtain Deep Water Lifeguard Certification through state approved vendor

Level I - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of recreational, athletic and group work principles and techniques; of the fundamentals and rules of common sports; and of first aid treatment techniques. Ability is required to communicate orally; to conduct group activities; and to communicate effectively in writing.

Level II - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of recreational, athletic and group work principles and techniques; of the fundamentals and rules of common sports; and of first aid treatment techniques. Ability is required to conduct group activities; to supervise and instruct; to judge a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action; and to act quickly and effectively in emergency situations.

• Incumbent must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license for operating state-owned vehicles.
• Must be able to pass OSBI and FBI background check.
• A trial period of 12 months will be required.

Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8

HOPE. COMPASSION. COMMITMENT. As a Hope-centered agency the Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) strives to provide Oklahoma youth and families with the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. Our mission is to collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma Youth. Check out why we are passionate about juvenile affairs and believe it is the career for you!

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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