The main job of a Recreation Counselor is to make sure that recreation is carried out effectively and is safe for the participants. The job description entails taking responsibility for overseeing the activities and planning the recreation from start to finish. Work activities typically seen on the Recreation Counselor Resume are – planning outdoor activities or sports; creating weekly and daily schedules; leading the recreational activities; escorting and overseeing participants; ensuring all the equipment needed are available; resolving conflicts, making sure all safety rules are followed, and keeping an accurate log of all recreations carried out.
To work at this capacity, the following skills are required – familiarity to various kinds of activities; patient and reliable; a love for children, energetic and positive personality; the ability to meet the physical demands of the job, physical strength and stamina to follow strenuous activities; and strong communication skills. While formal education is not mandatory, possessing a high school diploma or GED along with a CPR certification is a must.
Headline : Motivated and highly productive Recreation Counselor professional with a recreation research background. Detail-oriented with strong skills in multi-tasking and efficient management of day-to-day office operations. Adept at building and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and outstanding interpersonal skills.
Skills : MS Office, Communication Skills, Multitasking.
Description :
Trained for four weeks in CPR, PAR, as well as C.O.R.E courses we had to take on-line.
Operated under Operations, which duties included safety and security of thirty juvenile girls; at a maximum.
Helped children and after school with homework and planning activities.
Handled money while on field trip make sure parents get the correct amount back after the field trip.
Assisted with trail rides and organized activities for families at a dude ranch Developed various maintenance tasks, and assisted with kitchen duties.
Mentored Enhance the outlook of youth Constitute goal striving behavior Leadership: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporation, Student Government.
Monitored children ages 5-13 during afterschool activities Prepared and served food based on children's needs Supervised children during field trips.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Recreation Counselor Resume
Objective : Seeking a Recreation Counselor position with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Assisted in the running and programming of the youth.
Betrothed adolescents with hands-on interactive activities that targeted deficits in life skills and emotional management.
Planned workshops from concept to planning to facilitation and documentation.
Hosted campus-wide workshops in response to campus incidents.
Facilitated therapeutic recreational activities to engage youth and teach soft skills.
Fostered relationships and strong bonds with youth.
Facilitated a dance exercise group to promote health and fitness.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Recreation Counselor Resume
Objective : To secure Recreation Counselor positions with a productive business agency where my knowledge, experience, interpersonal, and communication skills will be maximized to enhance the growth of the agency.
Skills : Data Entry, Customer Service, Construction Laborer, Security.
Description :
Collaborated with Youth Development to prepare youth for job interviews by utilizing interactive activities.
Supervised youth and documented attendance in all activities.
Encouraged patients to socially engage with each other Created arts and crafts projects to strengthen patient's motor skills Prepared and selected.
Coordinated and supervised 5 -14-year-old kids in sports games and tournaments Collaborated with a team of ten peers to implement safe and exciting.
Led recreation activities for groups of patients with mental illnesses and recorded data on patients' goals and progress for program staff.
Planned recreational outings and activities for the patients on a daily basis.
Assisted in the opening of the recreational facilities daily.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS In Counseling
Recreation Counselor Resume
Objective : Hardworking, organized, Recreation Counselor professional with a proven background delivering sensible recreation technology solutions on time and under budget while working as a team member or team leader.
Skills : Communications, Leasing, Administrative Supervision, Event Planning, Supervising Children, Event Programming, Budget Management, Social Media Management, Marketing.
Description :
Helped with other co-workers to run large field events smoothly.
Educated campers on safety measures.
Supervised up to fifteen campers on field trip excursions at off-site locations.
Organized spur of the moment activates in the case of emergency.
Qualified for retaining knowledge on storm and emergency procedures.
Adapted when needed by taking on more campers or changing the schedule.
Maintained First Aid Certification.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS In Counseling
Recreation Counselor Resume
Objective : To establish a long-term career in a company where I may utilize my Recreation Counselor professional skills and knowledge to be an effective recreation skills and inspiration to those around me.
Skills : MS Office, Customer Service, Data Entry, Counseling Skills.
Description :
Supervised and coordinated the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties.
Planned, led, and promoted interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies.
Administered first aid according to designated procedures, and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
Managed the daily operations of recreational facilities.
Enforced rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
Learned and interpreted group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet participant needs.
Worked at an after school program to help students, grades K-6, to achieve school and personal goals.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Recreation Counselor Resume
Objective : As a Recreation Counselor, responsible for helping in the running and programming of the youth at the Pleasantville Cottage School.
Greeted new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, teaching facility rules, and encouraging participation.
Explained principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities, and demonstrate the use of materials and equipment.
Responsible for supervision of the classroom of children Wrote and followed daily lesson plans.
Generated monthly activities and program calendar Co-facilitated informational workshop Developed computer readiness program Conducted resume-.
Planned, produced, supervised, and participated in activities and excursions to educate students Provided help to students with homework and to.
Observed each patient of present condition with daily journals on each patient then charted and filed and documented daily Assessed new patients.
Selected youth out on off-campus trips.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Recreation Counselor Resume
Objective : Recreation Counselor with 2 years of experience in providing support for school aged participants in a recreational setting. Responsible for Counseling and leading groups during passive and active games, assisting with homework while also implementing the curriculum-based activities that are set by their supervisors, etc,.
Attended and participated in all required training, staff meetings, and parent engagements.
Directed youth in the recreation.
Covered activities in the lounge.
Kept recreation building clean and orderly.
Able to operate agency vehicles.
Documented youth attendance.
Directed youth in the gym.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Recreation Counselor Resume
Objective : Recreation Counselor with 1 year of experience in performing a wide variety of tasks that involve both encouraging, guiding persons with intellectual & developmental disabilities, focusing on individualized custom care of the highest standards, etc,.
Provided direction and motivation for participants in the program.
Attended and participated in all activities with the participants.
Communicated effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
Monitored participants for safety, and manner(s) behavior concerns when necessary.
Documented and/or relay accident/incident information to the appropriate staff.
Modified activities as needed, or provide reasonable accommodation for participation.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
GED
Recreation Counselor Resume
Objective : As a Recreation Counselor, responsible for supporting individuals to increase independence, enjoying opportunities for community inclusion on their life-long journey to reach their fullest potential, etc,.
Locked up for various campus activities including audiovisual.
Secured money for off-campus trips.
Served in running campus special events.
Helped with volunteer events in the recreation building.
Formed with the other staff to ensure the youth are safe and productive during their recreation session.
Served in the running of the everyday programming for the youth on campus.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Recreation Counselor Resume
Objective : As a Recreation Counselor, responsible for Planning, coordinating and implementing Therapeutic Recreation program for residents, including on site and community activities, etc,.
Skills : Customer Service Skills, Counseling Skills, Documentation Skills.
Description :
Worked with Therapeutic Arts Department.
Participated and or ran wilderness experience trips.
Experienced interacting and leading people in a child care setting.
Participated in and successfully completed Agency Basic Training.
Had a positive attitude Provides direction and motivation for participants in the program.
Participated in all activities with the associates. Communicated effectively with coworkers and supervisors Monitor participants for safety, and address behavior concerns when necessary.
Documented and/or relay accident/incident erudition to the appropriate staff Modify activities as needed, or provide reasonable accommodation for participation.
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