Recreation Assistant (Part-Time)

Joliet Job Corps Center, Joliet, IL

Strategix Management LLC

Company Description

Strategix Management LLC (Strategix) is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Certified 8(a) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) management consulting firm with offices in Washington, DC. We focus on providing federal government agencies and other clients with innovative solutions to modernize how they do business and serve their constituents. Strategix has experienced exceptional growth across all practice areas by applying our team’s collective management consulting experience and by providing breakthrough solutions with superior client service. We are seeking talented professionals who are focused on innovation, servant-leadership, and real-world change to support and continue our rapid growth.

As a federal contractor, Strategix Management LLC is required to comply with federal agency guidelines regarding COVID safety protocols. Currently, these guidelines require that employees at federal contract sites comply with masking and physical distancing protocols based on local COVID levels in the community. Strategix will consider accommodations for disability and religious-based reasons as requested. 

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Job Description

Make a difference in a young person’s life! We are seeking a Recreation Assistant at the Joliet Job Corps Center in Illinois. Job Corps is a federally funded, residential vocational training program for socioeconomically disadvantaged youth aged 16-24, with over 120 locations across the U.S. (www.JobCorps.gov). The Recreation Assistant role organizes, conducts, and supervises recreation and leisure time activities. Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Summary of Essential Functions

• Assist Job Corps students to actively engage in a variety of recreation activities, field trips, sports programs, and leadership initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and positive environment.
• Transport students to recreational events using center vehicles as needed.
• Maintain accountability of students during recreational events and enforce behavioral expectations.
• Provide direct service and support to Job Corps students with and without disabilities.
• Oversee the student store/canteen. Monitor inventory and maintain accurate records of sales and expenses.
• Order and issue materials, supplies, films, and game equipment.
• Develop and operates weekday and weekend game activities
• Assist in center sponsored trips and events.
• Coach teams engaged in center-sponsored activities on- and off-center.
• Provide opportunities for students in the creative arts.
• Utilize information systems and handle student data in strict adherence to Job Corps and Strategix policies to protect student’s personally identifiable information (PII) and reduce network security threats
• Adhere to and model Strategix servant leadership culture values: Honor Others, Inspire Vision, Choose Integrity, People First, Balance Focus with Flexibility, Serve with Humility, and Innovate and Disrupt.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Minimum

Associate of arts degree or one year of related experience working with youth. Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification. Excellent verbal, and written communication skills. High level of conflict-resolution skills. Effective relationship-building skills with students and staff. Information technology proficiency including MS Office. A valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record is required.

Preferred

Post-secondary degree and one year of experience in a recreational and/or sports program with a community-based organization, school, or similar environment. Certified lifeguard

Additional information

Why Our Work Matters

Our firm has partnered with some of the most influential commercial organizations and government agencies to provide mission critical and high priority solutions to the most challenging national and global issues. At Strategix, we listen to understand our customers' real needs and deliver real solutions to imagine, safeguard and develop a more connected and healthier world.

Strategix Management LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Company Sponsored Benefits. As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Strategix’s compensation package including health benefits from CareFirst Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans. Our medical insurance includes nationwide POS (PPO equivalent) options ranging from Bronze to Platinum levels with an employer contribution of 70% and an employee contribution of 30% for the base plan. Our dental and vision insurance includes an employer contribution of 75% and an employee contribution of 25% for the respective corporate selected plans.