Recreation Assistant Intern

Organization: 

Julia C. Hester House, Inc.

Site Supervisor: Sherea McKenzie

Organization Address: 

2020 Solo St., Houston, TX. 77020

Organization Description: 

Julia C. Hester House is a long-standing community center in the Fifth Ward area, serving over 1,500 residents annually. Through our mission of providing support and services that empower, build, and sustain the Fifth Ward community, we offer an array of support mechanisms that focus on youth development, senior independence, social services, wellness, and workforce development.  

Primary Function: 

The Recreation Assistant Intern will be responsible for planning and executing programs, assisting participants, and ensuring that equipment is clean and safe to use.  

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan and organize activities

• Support recreation staff in conducting sports, games, and events

• Assist participants with the proper usage of the weight room equipment and bike program

• Perform administrative tasks such as filling out paperwork and answering telephones

• Other duties as assigned. 

Preferred qualifications: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

• Strong creativity and socialization skills.

• Comfortable working with people of all ages and backgrounds.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check (required for staff working with the youth).

Number of Positions: 1

Hours expected to work each week: 20