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Program Codes
2KHACOP
30259
4ARTCOP
04168
04130
31335
1KHACOP
Employment Percentage
4.247426505
SOC ID
39-9032
SOC Title
Recreation Workers
ONET ID
39-9032.00
ONET Concat ID
39903200
Median Salary
33860.15
EMSI Interest Area Term
Kinesiology, Health and Athletics
The Arts
Ed Level High School
26.129999
Ed Level Certificate
3.22
Ed Level Some College
0.45
Ed Level Associates
8.1
Ed Level Bachelors
61.959999
Ed Level Masters
0.14
Ed Level Doctors
0
Typical Ed Level
a Bachelor's degree
Career Description
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.
Core Tasks
  • Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
  • Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and plan activities accordingly, given the available equipment or facilities.
  • Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities, such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies.
  • Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities.
  • Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
  • Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.
  • Complete and maintain time and attendance forms and inventory lists.
  • Evaluate recreation areas, facilities, and services to determine if they are producing desired results.
  • Supervise and coordinate the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties.
  • Direct special activities or events, such as aquatics, gymnastics, or performing arts.
  • Document individuals' progress toward meeting their treatment goals.
  • Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining facility rules, and encouraging participation.
  • Confer with management to discuss and resolve participant complaints.
  • Meet with staff to discuss rules, regulations, and work-related problems.
  • Oversee the purchase, planning, design, construction, and upkeep of recreation facilities and areas.
  • Encourage participants to develop their own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
  • Meet and collaborate with agency personnel, community organizations, and other professional personnel to plan balanced recreational programs for participants.
  • Provide for entertainment and set up related decorations and equipment.
Start Annual Earnings
26942.34
Top Annual Earnings
51279.36
EMSI Career Title Slug
recreation-worker