Recreation Officer
Core
Assess recreational needs of prisoners and develop, implement, and evaluate programs to keep them active, build skills, and ensure safety.
Role type
Prison recreation officer (shift work)
Builds
Sport, fitness, and hobby programs for incarcerated individuals
Domain
Corrections / Prison services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Program planning, coaching, equipment maintenance, safety checks, record keeping, roster adaptability
Preferred skills
Certificate III in Fitness, computer skills, team-focused approach
Technologies
Common computer programs
Responsibilities
Plan and run varied sport, fitness, and hobby programs; teach and coach prisoners; check and maintain sports and hobby equipment; help plan special events; keep clear records of program attendance and complete regular safety checks and equipment audits.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, shift work