RECREATION ASSISTANT

Recreation assistants play a crucial role in apprentice positions in sport and recreation centres.

They work under supervision to help and assist with organising and coordinating recreation facilities and programs. These can range from sporting events and tournaments, school holiday programs, or arts and crafts activities. Recreation assistants also work with community groups to help them to develop their own skills in these areas. Recreation assistants are often employed by community recreation centres and local councils.

Job Roles: 

• community activities assistant
• customer service assistant
• leisure assistant
• recreation assistant
• retail assistant
• grounds assistant
• facility assistant

Recreation officers may:

• Promote local sporting and recreational events and activities such as community functions, school holiday programs, cultural activities and sporting competitions. 
• Assist with equipment purchasing and maintenance work
• Assist clients in identifying their recreational needs and encourage and support them to participate in activities suited to their needs and interests. 
• Provide information on available resources within the local community 
• Support strategies to encourage community participation in activities
• Liaise with various members of the community 
• Provide information on available resources within the local community and from associated agencies 
• Encourage community participation in recreational activities