, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: ©

A graduate of college or university, with major in sociology, psychology, physical
education, music, dramatics, or arts and crafts. The equivalent to a complete
college course may be two years of academic training and three years of work in
recreation or allied fields (such as those mentioned above).

At least one full year of recreation experience (hospital, institution, community
center, industry, playground, camp), half of which has been spent in the aotunl con-
duct of activities; some experience in communi ty organization and supervision of other
workers; must have skill in at least two. of the above- listed duties and an acquaint-
ance and appreciation of others.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A friendly personality; a sense of humor; tact; a gracious manner; we 11-modulated
voice; well-groomed appearance. Physical stamina; emotional maturity; resourceful-
ness, initiative, and patience in the face of hospital routine, facilities, and condi-
tion of patient; sensitivity to the needs of individuals and the moods of the group;
capacity to like and be liked; ability to work as a member of a team, and willingness
to accept an irregular schedule of hours. A friendly yet impersonal attitude toward
men patients; racial and religious understanding; a recognition of and compliance with
sectional customs; recognition of and adherence to military etiquette and regulations.
An appreciation of and ability to work cooperatively with volunteers; an understanding
of the place of recreation in a hospital environment and its relation to the Red Cross
national and chapter program for disabled service men.

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THE AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS

WASHINGTON, D. C.