assistant-outdoor-animator/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — assistant outdoor animator

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 39-9032.00 (Recreation Workers) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 3423; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

Task statements

• [Supplemental] Conduct individual in-room visits with residents.
• [Supplemental] Take residents on community outings.
• [Core] Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and plan activities accordingly, given the available equipment or facilities.
• [Core] Document individuals' progress toward meeting their treatment goals.
• [Supplemental] Develop treatment goals for individuals based on their assessments.
• [Core] Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
• [Core] Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities, such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies.
• [Core] Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities.
• [Core] Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
• [Core] Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining facility rules, and encouraging participation.
• [Core] Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.
• [Core] Evaluate recreation areas, facilities, and services to determine if they are producing desired results.
• [Core] Complete and maintain time and attendance forms and inventory lists.
• [Core] Confer with management to discuss and resolve participant complaints.
• [Core] Supervise and coordinate the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties.
• [Core] Meet and collaborate with agency personnel, community organizations, and other professional personnel to plan balanced recreational programs for participants.
• [Supplemental] Schedule maintenance and use of facilities.
• [Core] Direct special activities or events, such as aquatics, gymnastics, or performing arts.
• [Core] Meet with staff to discuss rules, regulations, and work-related problems.
• [Core] Provide for entertainment and set up related decorations and equipment.
• [Core] Encourage participants to develop their own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
• [Supplemental] Serve as liaison between park or recreation administrators and activity instructors.
• [Supplemental] Evaluate staff performance, recording evaluations on appropriate forms.
• [Core] Oversee the purchase, planning, design, construction, and upkeep of recreation facilities and areas.

Detailed work activities

• Accompany individuals or groups to activities.
• Administer first aid.
• Arrange facility schedules.
• Arrange items for use or display.
• Assign duties or work schedules to employees.
• Communicate with management or other staff to resolve problems.
• Demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use.
• Develop plans for programs or services.
• Develop treatment plans for patients or clients.
• Document client health or progress.
• Enforce rules or regulations.
• Evaluate employee performance.
• Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Gather information in order to provide services to clients.
• Greet customers, patrons, or visitors.
• Liaise between departments or other groups to improve function or communication.
• Monitor recreational facility operations.
• Organize recreational activities or events.
• Prepare operational reports or records.
• Promote products, services, or programs.
• Provide counsel, comfort, or encouragement to individuals or families.
• Supervise service workers.
• Train service staff.
• Visit individuals in their homes to provide support or information.