Recreation Workers
Personal Care and Service
The day is spent running activities—sports, crafts, games, camping, music, or hobbies—matched to what a group wants and what the facility can support. Rules are enforced so the space stays orderly and safe, and techniques plus equipment use are explained before people start. Some workers also handle daily facility operations, including attendance records and inventory. Special events such as aquatics, gymnastics, or performing arts may be directed; first aid is given when needed and emergency medical staff are called. It suits people who like organizing group programs, keeping a facility on track, and switching among many kinds of activity.
Typical education: Bachelor’s Degree (4-year)
Annual Median Wage in Field (2025)
$36'560
Median Wage Market Position
$36'560
What you might do
- Organize and lead crafts, sports, games, and hobbies
- Enforce facility rules to keep people safe
- Plan activities that match interests and available gear
- Run daily operations at a recreation site
- Teach safe use of materials and equipment
- Treat injuries and call emergency medical help
Skills that matter
- Activities matched to group interests
- Safety talk before sports and crafts
- First aid until medical help arrives
- Coordinating staff to run the facility
- Attendance sheets and equipment inventories
- Leading arts, games, and special events
AI & the future of this role
Leading games, sports, and social programs depends on reading a room and keeping people engaged face to face. Scheduling tools might streamline planning, but facilitation and on-the-spot problem-solving tend to stay human.
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