Recreation Workers
Conduct recreation activities with groups in public, private, or volunteer agencies or recreation facilities. Organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dramatics, social recreation, camping, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members.
67 alternate job titles:
Activities Aide
Activities Assistant
Activities Associate
Activities Coordinator
Activities Counselor
Activities Director
Activities Leader
Activity Aide
Activity Assistant
Activity Coordinator
Activity Director
Activity Leader
Activity Specialist
Camp Advisor
Camp Counselor
Camp Director
Community Program Assistant
Day Camp Counselor
Field Advisor
Field Representative
Field Scout
Fitness Plan Coordinator
Fitness Worker
Group Work Program Aide
Guest Advisor
Guest Associate
Life Enrichment Manager
Memory Care Activities Assistant
Park Recreation Manager
Parks Recreation Coordinator
Parks Recreation Director
Play Leader
Playground Director
Playground Official
Playground Worker
Recreation Activities Coordinator
Recreation Aide
Recreation Assistant
Recreation Coordinator
Recreation Counselor
Recreation Director
Recreation Leader
Recreation Specialist
Recreation Supervisor
Recreation Technician
Recreation Worker
Recreational Activities Aide
Recreational Activities Assistant
Recreational Aide
Recreational Assistant
Recreational Counselor
Recreational Leader
Recreational Specialist
Social Director
Special Events Coordinator
Summer Camp Counselor
Summer Camp Instructor
Summer Camp Teacher
Summer Counselor
Summer Day Camp Counselor
Teen Counselor
Therapeutic Activities Services Worker
Therapeutic Recreation Assistant
Therapeutic Recreation Director
Therapeutic Recreation Leader
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Youth Worker
Salary Information
Recreation Workers: $35,380 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Enforce rules or regulations. | General |
| Promote products, services, or programs. | General |
| Organize recreational activities or events. | General |
| Administer first aid. | General |
| Explain regulations, policies, or procedures. | General |
| Greet customers, patrons, or visitors. | General |
| Demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use. | General |
| Prepare operational reports or records. | General |
| Train service staff. | General |
| Assign duties or work schedules to employees. | General |
| Arrange facility schedules. | General |
| Arrange items for use or display. | General |
| Provide counsel, comfort, or encouragement to individuals or families. | General |
| Liaise between departments or other groups to improve function or communication. | General |
| Visit individuals in their homes to provide support or information. | General |
| Accompany individuals or groups to activities. | General |
| Gather information in order to provide services to clients. | General |
| Document client health or progress. | General |
| Monitor recreational facility operations. | Maintenance |
| Communicate with management or other staff to resolve problems. | Management |
| Supervise service workers. | Management |
| Develop plans for programs or services. | Development |
| Develop treatment plans for patients or clients. | Development |
| Evaluate employee performance. | Analysis |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Appletree | Computer based training software |
| Charting software | Charting software |
| Corel WordPerfect Office Suite | Office suite software |
| Desktop publishing software | Desktop publishing software |
| GroupMe | Instant messaging software |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | Internet browser software |
| Microsoft Publisher | Desktop publishing software |
| Scheduling software | Calendar and scheduling software |
| Word processing software | Word processing software |
| YouTube | Video creation and editing software |
| Database software | Data base user interface and query software |
| Recordkeeping software | Data base user interface and query software |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Activity Director Certified | National Certification Council for Activity Professionals | Not Available |
| Certified Cruise Counsellor | Cruise Lines International Association | Not Available |
| Certified Park and Recreation Executive | National Recreation and Park Association | Not Available |
| Certified Park and Recreation Professional | National Recreation and Park Association | Not Available |
| Certified Personal Trainer | American College of Sports Medicine | Not Available |
| Certified Playground Safety Inspector | National Recreation and Park Association | Not Available |
| Certified Pool and Spa Operator | Pool and Hot Tub Alliance | Not Available |
| Certified Special Events Professional | International Live Events Association | Not Available |
| Elite Cruise Counsellor | Cruise Lines International Association | Not Available |
| Master Cruise Counsellor | Cruise Lines International Association | Not Available |
| Pilates Mat Level I Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Primary Personal Trainer | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
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