DJS YOUTH RECREATION SPECIALIST I
State of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, United States
Introduction
Mission statement: To transform young people’s lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems.
Vision Statement: Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland.
Main Purpose of Job The Youth Recreation Specialist I assumes primary responsibility for developing and implementing the Center’s recreation program in accordance with the objectives, policies and responsibilities of the Department. This position will provide a variety of recreational experiences designed to help participants develop a better awareness of personal care, health, fitness and general self-esteem. Employees have responsibility for the supervision and custody of youths participating in recreational and leisure activities. This classification is required to obtain and maintain certification by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education.
Experience: One year of experience supervising the recreational activities of children or youth in a recreation center, fitness center or school setting.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications
Experience planning and scheduling recreational programs and activities designed to engage adolescent youth.
Experience demonstrating the safe and proper use of physical education or recreational equipment.
Current certification in CPR and/or other First Aid procedures.
An Associate’s degree or higher in Parks and Recreation, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Sports and Fitness Administration, Health and Physical Education, Kinesiology, or other closely related field.
Licenses, Registrations and Certifications
Must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course for DJS support staff required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.
May be assigned duties requiring operation of a motor vehicle and must possess a valid Maryland motor vehicle operator’s license.
May be required to complete a Board approved medication technician training program and possess a valid Maryland Board of Nursing certification as a Medication Technician.
Special Requirements
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing.
An oral interview.
Physical and psychological examinations.
May be subject to call‑in and required to provide a telephone number where the employee can be reached.
May be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09 – Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
Benefits State of Maryland benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments. Bilingual applicants are welcome to apply for all recruitments.
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Vision Statement: Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland.
Main Purpose of Job The Youth Recreation Specialist I assumes primary responsibility for developing and implementing the Center’s recreation program in accordance with the objectives, policies and responsibilities of the Department. This position will provide a variety of recreational experiences designed to help participants develop a better awareness of personal care, health, fitness and general self-esteem. Employees have responsibility for the supervision and custody of youths participating in recreational and leisure activities. This classification is required to obtain and maintain certification by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education.
Experience: One year of experience supervising the recreational activities of children or youth in a recreation center, fitness center or school setting.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications
Experience planning and scheduling recreational programs and activities designed to engage adolescent youth.
Experience demonstrating the safe and proper use of physical education or recreational equipment.
Current certification in CPR and/or other First Aid procedures.
An Associate’s degree or higher in Parks and Recreation, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Sports and Fitness Administration, Health and Physical Education, Kinesiology, or other closely related field.
Licenses, Registrations and Certifications
Must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course for DJS support staff required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.
May be assigned duties requiring operation of a motor vehicle and must possess a valid Maryland motor vehicle operator’s license.
May be required to complete a Board approved medication technician training program and possess a valid Maryland Board of Nursing certification as a Medication Technician.
Special Requirements
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing.
An oral interview.
Physical and psychological examinations.
May be subject to call‑in and required to provide a telephone number where the employee can be reached.
May be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09 – Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
Benefits State of Maryland benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments. Bilingual applicants are welcome to apply for all recruitments.
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