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What is a critical skill for success in parks and recreation organizations?
What is a critical skill for success in parks and recreation organizations?
Which skill is particularly significant for teamwork in parks and recreation?
Which skill is particularly significant for teamwork in parks and recreation?
What aspect of communication is emphasized as crucial in parks and recreation organizations?
What aspect of communication is emphasized as crucial in parks and recreation organizations?
What is important for the advancement of community well-being in parks and recreation?
What is important for the advancement of community well-being in parks and recreation?
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Why is communication considered crucial within parks and recreation organizations?
Why is communication considered crucial within parks and recreation organizations?
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What is the primary goal of management in organizations?
What is the primary goal of management in organizations?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of managers according to the content?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of managers according to the content?
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Which skill is essential for a Recreation, Parks and Leisure Service Manager?
Which skill is essential for a Recreation, Parks and Leisure Service Manager?
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How are Leisure Service Managers defined in the context of their responsibilities?
How are Leisure Service Managers defined in the context of their responsibilities?
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Which of the following statements about parks and recreation industry jobs is true?
Which of the following statements about parks and recreation industry jobs is true?
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Study Notes
Chapter 5: Management of Recreation, Parks, and Leisure Services
- This chapter focuses on management in recreation, parks, and leisure services.
- Learning objectives include defining management, understanding manager characteristics, identifying recreation park, and leisure service manager skills, and differentiating public, non-profit, and commercial organizations.
What is Management?
- Management involves guiding individuals to achieve organizational goals.
- It's how businesses structure workflow, operations, and employee tasks to meet company objectives.
- The key goal of management is creating an environment where employees can work productively and efficiently.
Who are Managers?
- Managers are directly responsible for the success or failure of an organization.
- Their expertise, skills, knowledge, and ability to meet the needs of those they serve are crucial.
- Leisure service managers have the authority and responsibility to guide recreation, park, and leisure service organizations towards their goals and objectives.
Characteristics of Managers
- Optimism: A positive attitude.
- People skills: Ability to understand people's needs.
- Clear Communication: Effective and concise communication methods.
- Empathy: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others.
- Self-control: Maintaining composure under pressure.
- Listening skills: Active listening and responding appropriately.
- Self-awareness: Understanding one's own strengths and weaknesses.
- Reliability Dependability and consistency.
- Knowledge: Thorough understanding of the field.
Skills of the Recreation, Parks, and Leisure Service Manager
- Leadership: Involves building trust, sharing a vision, and inspiring team motivation.
- Organization: Essential for managing multiple projects simultaneously and avoiding confusion.
- Working well with others: Collaboration and teamwork are crucial for project success, social equity, and environmental goals.
- Communication: Essential for internal and external relations, including proposals, new projects, and community programs.
- Foresight: Having a vision for the future is necessary for the well-being of the community.
Recreation, Parks, and Leisure Organizations
- Public Governmental Organizations: Federal, state, provincial agencies, and local departments providing leisure services, like libraries, parks, and recreation centers. Services may be free, subsidized, or at full cost.
- Non-profit Organizations (NGOs): Non-governmental organizations that often offer recreational opportunities (e.g., Boy Scouts, YMCA).
- Commercial/Private Enterprises: Companies offering recreational facilities (e.g., swimming pools, sports complexes) often for their members, in some cases also serving the community.
Group Activity
- Groups will analyze and present on the crucial skill(s) of a recreation, park, and leisure manager.
- Presentation includes presentation skills, organization, content, collaboration, and creativity.
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of management in recreation, parks, and leisure services as outlined in Chapter 5. You'll explore the definitions of management, characteristics of effective managers, and the distinctions between various organizational types in the leisure sector. Test your knowledge on key management concepts and the roles of leisure service managers.
