Recreation Specialist

Job overview

The Recreation Specialist role is onsite in Shreveport, LA, with compensation of $17.23 per hour. The position supports a U.S. Department of Labor Job Corps contractor; Job Corps provides residential career-ready technical and academic training and job-placement assistance to eligible youth ages 16–24. The specialist supervises and mentors students during recreation, fitness, and independent-living activities, helping promote safety, social skills, teamwork, and student development.

What you'll do

• Monitor and direct students in center-sponsored recreation
• plan and coordinate recreation programs
• organize and supervise activities and sports
• chaperone students
• support safety and water-safety training as assigned
• maintain student and property accountability
• deliver Independent Living and Career Success Standards training
• evaluate student progress
• maintain recreation areas and equipment
• document activities and inspections.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

recreation specialist

full-time

shreveport la

shreveport job corps center

youth programs

recreation activities

sports and fitness

student mentoring

independent living training

safety

$17.23/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting includes lessons or project assignments after the training day and on weekends. An associate degree or equivalent, related experience, or a combination is specified; a valid driver’s license and CPR/First Aid certifications are listed.

About the employer

Shreveport Job Corps Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.