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Job Description
Recreation Specialist II Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation (Recreation Services Division) - 2.0 Lake Worth, FL Job Details Full-time $47,594 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Recreation therapy Full Job Description To view full posting, please visit: pbcgov.com/jobs You must register and apply through Palm Beach County website to be considered.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. BE PART OF OUR TEAM IN PALM BEACH COUNTY!
Transform lives through meaningful recreation programs. Imagine the impact you can make in the lives of others while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This is an incredible opportunity to use your education and talents to: Coordinate sports training and competitions for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Assist with the development and facilitation of Special Olympics programs and services. Travel to various competitions throughout the State with responsibility for the County delegation. Join a passionate, high-performing team leading the way in the field of Recreation Therapy. The Therapeutic Recreation Section provides an exhilarating work environment, full of variety, positivity, and fun!
YOUR ROLE AND IMPACT
Plan, supervise, coordinate, implement, and evaluate County-wide recreational activities, special events, and programs for youth, teens, and adults with and without disabilities. Responsible for planning and implementing competition and games logistics, including transportation for events. Responsible for volunteer recruitment, training, and registration utilizing Games Management System (GMS) and CERVIS Volunteer Management software. Maintain social media, website/Facebook. Assist with fundraising campaigns. Meet with the public, parents, groups, schools, and organizations to provide information, promote/formulate new programs, and further public relations for the County and Special Olympics. Maintain records of attendance and program statistics; order and secure equipment. We create opportunities for healthy, happy living!' QUALIFICATIONS This position requires qualified applicants to possess one of the following: A Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Health and Physical Education, or related field; minimum of one (1) year of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities, OR An unrelated Bachelor's Degree; minimum of two (2) years of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities, OR An Associate's Degree in Recreation, Health and Physical Education, or related field; minimum of three (3) years of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities, OR An unrelated Associate's Degree; minimum of four (4) years of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities, OR Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; minimum of five (5) years of experience organizing and supervising recreational activities.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Selected candidate MUST obtain the following within six (6) months of hire: First Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred qualifications include: Six (6) months of experience planning, organizing, and supervising recreational activities and special events for people with disabilities, Experience in recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers and coaches, Six (6) months of paid or volunteer experience with Special Olympics, Experience using GMS, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Certification (Copy of Certification must be uploaded to online application), and Bi/trilingual (English/Spanish/Creole).
Pay:
$47,594.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
