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Program Recreation Leader

Macedonia, OH · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Receives specific supervision from the Recreation Manager and Recreation Director. Essential ... Ability to organize program activities Good interpersonal skills to effectively work and ...

Employee Assistance Program BE PART OF OUR MISSION! Are you passionate about helping older adults ... Develop and manage specialized dementia activities, focusing on small group and sensory ...

Employee Assistance Program BE PART OF OUR MISSION! Are you passionate about helping older adults ... Develop and manage specialized dementia activities, focusing on small group and sensory ...

Perform other related duties as assigned by the Recreation Coordinators, Recreation Supervisors, Recreation Program Managers, Deputy Director of Recreation and Parks, or the Director of Recreation ...

Under the direction of the Sports Program Manager and the Sports Program Supervisor, the Recreation Attendant monitors activities such as sports programming, open gym, open climb, and open play in ...

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What are some common challenges faced by Recreation Program Managers in coordinating community events?

Recreation Program Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing limited resources with diverse community needs, managing logistics for multiple simultaneous events, and ensuring strong participation. They must also address safety concerns, adapt to changing weather or facility issues, and communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, and participants. Successfully overcoming these challenges involves strong organizational skills, creative problem-solving, and the ability to build collaborative relationships within the community and with partner organizations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Recreation Program Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Recreation Program Manager, you need a background in recreation management, program planning, and budgeting, often supported by a relevant bachelor's degree or certification such as CPR/First Aid. Familiarity with scheduling software, facility management systems, and registration platforms is typically required. Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills help in coordinating staff, engaging participants, and fostering community involvement. These skills ensure smooth program operations, safety, and high participation, which are vital for successful recreational offerings.

What does a Recreation Program Manager do?

A Recreation Program Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing recreational programs and activities for a community, organization, or facility. They develop schedules, coordinate staff and volunteers, manage budgets, and ensure that programs meet the needs and interests of participants. Additionally, they often assess program effectiveness and make improvements, as well as ensure safety protocols and compliance with regulations.
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Therapeutic Recreation Program Leader

City of Upper Arlington

Columbus, OH

$14 - $16.23/hr

Other

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

Description JOB OVERVIEW: The City of Upper Arlington operates Therapeutic Recreation (TR) programs for individuals with disabilities, including a TR Fun Club for adults, a youth arts & crafts program, a unified pickleball program, and more. Under the supervision of the Recreation Manager and assigned Program Director, the purpose of this position is to assist with implementation of various adaptive programs to individuals with special needs. This is a part-time year-round position.

Examples of Duties EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Uphold the goals and objectives of assigned program(s). Support the Program Director to implement a successful experience for all participants enrolled. Ability to effectively communicate and support individuals with physical and or developmental disabilities.

Review and understand all documentation related to participants. Monitor program environment for the safety of all attendees. Supervise participants of assigned program(s), while also promoting an atmosphere which encourages independence and self-actualization of participants as much as possible.

Able to assist participants in a variety of settings, including community outings. Model appropriate behavior management strategies and successful transitioning between planned activities (especially for participants on Autism Spectrum). Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

Performs other duties as required. Typical Qualifications TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS: At least two years of college education with emphasis in special education, recreational therapy, Adapted PE, Psychology, Social Work, or other Health Science/Therapy studies. Candidates with any combination of education, training and experience equivalent will be considered.

CPR certification: First Aid certification - Training may be provided to hired candidates who are not currently certified. Supplemental Information CITY VALUES: Incumbent must model the following established city values: Teamwork/Collaboration, Integrity, Service, Leadership, Communication, Growth, Professionalism & Ethics.