Recreation Worker Job Description Template

Job title

Recreation Worker

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable recreation worker to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will plan and lead activities, supervise participants and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead activities
• Supervise participants
• Set up and maintain equipment
• Enforce safety rules
• Organize special events
• Register participants
• Communicate with families
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of activity planning and group leadership
• Enthusiasm and leadership
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• CPR and first aid
• Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
• Lifeguard certification
• Experience with sports and game equipment

Skills

• First aid
• Program registration
• Equipment setup
• Event planning
• Patience
• Creativity

Work environment and schedule

Recreation workers work indoors and outdoors at parks, centers, camps and facilities. Many jobs are part-time or seasonal, with evenings, weekends and summers.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.