Recreation Coordinator – Board of Child Care – Baltimore, MD

Are you looking to work for an extraordinary mission of “Enriching Communities One Family at a Time”, while enjoying the best benefits and working environments?

The Board of Child Care is where you need to be! Enjoy generous vacation and sick time; platinum level medical, dental and vision insurance; free parking and lunches; tuition reimbursement; on the job training and opportunity to earn job specific certifications; 403b matching. To view a summary of employee benefits visit www.boardofchildcare.org/careers. Take a look at the description below and apply through the link.

The Board of Child Care is seeking a Recreation Coordinator

The Recreation Coordinator, under direction, plans, promotes, implements, coordinates and supervises the daily activities of a variety of Residential athletic programs, including special events, recreation (community outreach, after school and summer events), therapeutic classes and facilities usage. Schedules a variety of campus wide program events and performs other work as required.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate the organization and operation of recreational and athletic programs, cultural arts programs, tournaments, and special events; organizes calendars of events; monitors activities to ensure compliance with department rules and regulations; monitors facilities and equipment for proper use.
• To assist in the planning and implementation of a well-rounded recreation program that includes cultural and community activities.
• To facilitate programs within a well-balanced recreation program demonstrating the necessary skills and attitude to provide a learning environment for the youth.
• Monitor condition and proper use of recreation facilities, courts, ball fields, and other equipment and facilities; documents and reports needed maintenance repairs.
• Oversees registration for scheduled events and programs; assists in registering participants; accepts registrations and payments for programs and events; maintains registration records and balances cash receipts; reviews registration materials and rosters for completeness
• Refers to city/state/agency policies and procedures, recreational and athletic handbooks, first aid manuals, national recreation programming materials in performing assigned duties
• To provide appropriate supervision to the youth participating in programs sponsored by the recreation department.
• To act as a resource to other Board of Child Care staff members who are planning cottage recreation activities.
• To assist with the planning and implementation of summer trips and programs.
• Maintenance of a valid Maryland Driver’s License and safe driving record.
• Application of First Aid & CPR.
• Application of physical interventions and/or restraints with residents, male and female ages 10-19 years.
• Flexible work hours to include evening and weekend hours.
• Occasional out-of-state travel which may include overnights.
• Ability to effectively express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; computer literate.
• Able to develop effective behavioral interventions and strategic using sound, objective decision making.
• Ability to organize staffing and therapeutic programming; able to engage children in positive decision making.
• Ability to supervise staff to ensure they engage children in a positive and effective manner.
• Able to work cooperatively with others.
• To perform other duties as necessary to achieve agency goals.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are flexible to include evening and weekend hours at both onsite and off-site locations. The position is essential for weather emergencies.

Travel

Travel to and from other Board of Child Care locations is expected. At times out of State travel may be required to assist in transporting a youth.

Required Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree with 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Must be certified in Medication Administration through the State of Maryland within six months of employment. (Training provided by the agency.)
• Certified Lifeguard within one year
• Certified in Rope Course within one year

Preferred Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in recreation, recreation therapy, or physical education.
• A working knowledge of skill and hobby crafts.
• The ability to organize athletic games and teams.