Recreation Workers
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.
- Tasks
- 24 tasks18 core, 6 supplemental
- Family
- Personal Care & ServiceOne of its 34 occupations
- Code
- 39-9032.00SOC 2018: 39-9032
What the work is made of
18 core tasks and 6 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.Core taskTask 2380Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 2. Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities, such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies.Core taskTask 2381Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 3. Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and plan activities accordingly, given the available equipment or facilities.Core taskTask 21010Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 4. Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities.Core taskTask 2382Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 5. Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.Core taskTask 2383Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 6. Complete and maintain time and attendance forms and inventory lists.Core taskTask 2388Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 7. Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.Core taskTask 2386Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 8. Direct special activities or events, such as aquatics, gymnastics, or performing arts.Core taskTask 2393Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 9. Supervise and coordinate the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties.Core taskTask 2390Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 10. Evaluate recreation areas, facilities, and services to determine if they are producing desired results.Core taskTask 2387Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 11. Document individuals' progress toward meeting their treatment goals.Core taskTask 21011Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 12. Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining facility rules, and encouraging participation.Core taskTask 2385Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 13. Confer with management to discuss and resolve participant complaints.Core taskTask 2389Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 14. Meet with staff to discuss rules, regulations, and work-related problems.Core taskTask 2394Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 15. Oversee the purchase, planning, design, construction, and upkeep of recreation facilities and areas.Core taskTask 2399Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 16. Encourage participants to develop their own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.Core taskTask 2396Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 17. Meet and collaborate with agency personnel, community organizations, and other professional personnel to plan balanced recreational programs for participants.Core taskTask 2391Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 18. Provide for entertainment and set up related decorations and equipment.Core taskTask 2395Rated by 83 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 19. Serve as liaison between park or recreation administrators and activity instructors.Supplemental taskTask 2397Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 20. Schedule maintenance and use of facilities.Supplemental taskTask 2392Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 21. Conduct individual in-room visits with residents.Supplemental taskTask 18557Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 22. Develop treatment goals for individuals based on their assessments.Supplemental taskTask 21012Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 23. Evaluate staff performance, recording evaluations on appropriate forms.Supplemental taskTask 2398Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
- Task 24. Take residents on community outings.Supplemental taskTask 18558Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2017
Where this comes from
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 39-9032
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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