This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreinformation, please see:https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12213842Aleut Federal, LLC\Job Category: OperationsRequisition Number: RECRE002627\Posted: September 19, 2024Schedule: Full TimeLocation: Chicago, IL 60623, USA\

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Description

The Recreation Assistant directs trainees in leisure-timerecreation/non-vocational activities and leadership programs.Demonstrates ongoing commitment to preparing young people for theworkforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eightCareer 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 andprograms, encouraging trainees.Develops and operates weekly contests and tournaments.Activities will also be dependent upon season and weather.Assists in center-sponsored trips and may escort staff to events.Assists with Water Safety programming (videos, swimmingcertification, and swim lessons} and CIS.Coaches intramural and/or varsity teams engaged in on- andoff-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, replenishing protein/diet.Assists trainees in various recreational clubs such as poetry,drama, talent shows, and other creative activities, such as arts andcrafts.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 ofharassment, intimidation, bullying, and disrespect to provide a safeplace for staff and students to work.Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS andemployability skills including personal responsibility.Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, andadheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.Performs other duties assigned.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature andlevel of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to beconstrued as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed insuch a position.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Associate of Arts degree or one (1) year of related experience workingwith youth.

Prefer experience in a recreation\

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\Aleut Federal, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does notdiscriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race,color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or genderidentity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, geneticinformation, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or anyother status protected by law.