Recreation Specialist - Reception and Treatment Center
Salary:
$21.
47 HourlyLocation :
Lincoln, NEJob Type:
PERM FULL TIMEJob Number:
202310752Department:
Department of Correctional ServicesOpening Date:
07/19/2023Closing Date:
8/1/2023 11:
59 PM CentralDescription The Reception and Treatment Center is looking for a motivated teammate to organize structured, fun, action-packed activities for the incarcerated population.
Starting pay for this position is $21.
479/hour plus $3.
00/hour facility differential for hours worked.
o13 paid holidaysoVacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, Eaccruing immediately)oMilitary leaveo156% state-matched retirementoTuition reimbursementoUniforms providedoEmployee assistance programo79% employer paid health insurance plansoDental and vision insurance plansoEmployer-paid $20,000 life insurance policyoPublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal governmentoWide variety and availability of career advancementoMeaningful public serviceservice with a purpose!oNumerous training and development opportunitiesFor additional information call 402-471-2861.
For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations contact ADA Coordinator Mike Carr at 402-479-5812 or email protected .
Location:
Reception and Treatment Center, 3218 West Van Dorn Street, Lincoln, NE Examples of Work Assist in planning, developing and implementing a recreation and leisure program for inmates, including athletics, music, television programming, cultural events and activities.
Supervise daily use of equipment and materials.
Develop and coordinate outside community contacts.
Encourage participation in events.
Maintain records and inventory and assist in policy development.
Assist in the maintenance of security and sanitation.
Perform searches.
Move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs with assistance.
Qualifications / Requirements REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in recreation management, recreation therapy, or a related field.
Experience in recreation management, recreation therapy, or a related field may be substituted for the degree on a year for year basis.
PREFERRED:
Bachelors degree in recreation or related field.
Bilingual skills in English and Spanish desired.
OTHER:
Transcripts required prior to appointment.
Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order:
medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test.
Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of rules, regulations and strategies of sports, music and other recreational activities.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Must be able to work holidays, evenings and weekends.
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit:
Recommended Skills Communication English Maintenance Policy Development Recreation Strategic Thinking Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$21.
47 HourlyLocation :
Lincoln, NEJob Type:
PERM FULL TIMEJob Number:
202310752Department:
Department of Correctional ServicesOpening Date:
07/19/2023Closing Date:
8/1/2023 11:
59 PM CentralDescription The Reception and Treatment Center is looking for a motivated teammate to organize structured, fun, action-packed activities for the incarcerated population.
Starting pay for this position is $21.
479/hour plus $3.
00/hour facility differential for hours worked.
o13 paid holidaysoVacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, Eaccruing immediately)oMilitary leaveo156% state-matched retirementoTuition reimbursementoUniforms providedoEmployee assistance programo79% employer paid health insurance plansoDental and vision insurance plansoEmployer-paid $20,000 life insurance policyoPublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal governmentoWide variety and availability of career advancementoMeaningful public serviceservice with a purpose!oNumerous training and development opportunitiesFor additional information call 402-471-2861.
For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations contact ADA Coordinator Mike Carr at 402-479-5812 or email protected .
Location:
Reception and Treatment Center, 3218 West Van Dorn Street, Lincoln, NE Examples of Work Assist in planning, developing and implementing a recreation and leisure program for inmates, including athletics, music, television programming, cultural events and activities.
Supervise daily use of equipment and materials.
Develop and coordinate outside community contacts.
Encourage participation in events.
Maintain records and inventory and assist in policy development.
Assist in the maintenance of security and sanitation.
Perform searches.
Move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs with assistance.
Qualifications / Requirements REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in recreation management, recreation therapy, or a related field.
Experience in recreation management, recreation therapy, or a related field may be substituted for the degree on a year for year basis.
PREFERRED:
Bachelors degree in recreation or related field.
Bilingual skills in English and Spanish desired.
OTHER:
Transcripts required prior to appointment.
Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order:
medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test.
Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of rules, regulations and strategies of sports, music and other recreational activities.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Must be able to work holidays, evenings and weekends.
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit:
Recommended Skills Communication English Maintenance Policy Development Recreation Strategic Thinking Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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