Recreation Specialist II - Adult Centers/Arts

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK

A Recreation Specialist II - Adult Centers/Arts, under general supervision, performs as a staff member responsible to a Center Director in charge of an Arts recreation program. The Specialist II shall conduct activities in Adult and Arts recreation programs.

ESSENTIAL EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The following illustrates examples of some of the essential duties and responsibilities of the Recreation Specialist II - Adult Centers/Arts. There may be other essential functions, not listed below, in order to accomplish the tasks as presented by the Supervisor.

• Assists the Center Director in planning, coordinating, and scheduling an arts program for all age/ability levels of individuals in the community;
• The specialist organizes, instructs individuals, or groups in arts and crafts, and other similar activities that can be modified to their abilities;
• Supervises subordinate personnel;
• Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of the history and philosophy of recreation for the elderly;
• Skill and technique to instruct a variety of arts and crafts recreational activities for the elderly;
• Ability to recognize physical and behavioral disorders associated with the elderly and prepare arts and crafts recreational programs and activities enabling their ability and participation in these activities;
• Ability to gain the confidence and arouse the enthusiasm of the elderly in-group settings;
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and work effectively with other employees and the general public;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, to groups and individuals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The following are some of the physical requirements associated with this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made by the City to enable an individual to perform the essential duties/functions of the position.

• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact.
• Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.
• Work involves working indoors and outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Work involves sitting and standing for long periods of time.
• Work involves frequent typing, walking and bending, lifting and stooping for short periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of up to 30 pounds.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor degree in Recreation or Education from an accredited school/institution and paid work experience in recreation or education for adults,

OR

• Associate degree in Recreation or Education from an accredited school/institution and 1560 hours of paid experience working in a recreation or education center for adults,

OR

• 4860 hours of paid work experience in a recreation or education center for adults,

OR

• 4860 hours of significant paid work experience in the public, non-profit, or private sector in adult recreation, adult education, the arts, or event planning.

AND

• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator license issued by the State of Florida.

When claiming veterans' preference, you must provide a copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other acceptable documentation.

IF YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND WISH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE FILL OUT AN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM WITH RESUME ATTACHED AND SEND VIA EMAIL TO ... OR SUBMIT IT IN PERSON TO THE CITY OF HIALEAH HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT LOCATED AT 501 PALM AVENUE, 3RD FLOOR, HIALEAH, FL 33010. MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M

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