Recreation Workers design and lead activities to help people stay active, improve fitness, and have fun. They work with groups in summer camps, fitness and recreational sports centers, nursing care facilities, nature parks, and other settings. They may lead such activities as arts and crafts, sports, music, dramatics, or games.
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- Recreation Workers
Hospitality and Tourism
What do they typically do
- Plan, organize, and lead activities for groups or recreation centers
- Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels
- Enforce safety rules to prevent injury
- Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups, such as seniors
- Administer basic first aid if needed
- Organize and set up the equipment that is used in recreational activities
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +1.2%
Job Openings 1,593
Industry/Employer
Civic and Social Organizations
Colleges and Universities
Community Care Facility for the Elderly
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Individual and Family Services
Museums, Parks and Historical Sites
Nursing Care Facilities
Other Amusement & Recreation Industries
Other Residential Care Facilities
Other Schools and Instruction
RV Parks and Recreational Camps
Spectator Sports
Traveler Accommodation
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
NC Workforce Credentials
Private Training Programs
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