Job Description
Are you looking for an Internship in Recreational Programs The City that Cares has a spot for you as a Recreation Leader for Youth & Instructional Programs We are seeking dependable enthusiastic individuals who like to work with community children to support our summer and fall youth programs. The Recreation Leader supports the Departments Recreational Programs within the Citys community centers special events and Parks which includes various day camp programs such as Stay and Play afterschool program athletic events community special events and facility operations. The primary duty of the recreation leader is supervising various age groups of children that participate in the programs; with ages ranging from 615 and providing customer service. Related duties include but are not limited to: Assists with the planning and implementation and participates in activities appropriate for ages 615 in the programs; supervises full facility and activities for participants of all ages. Supervises children from ages 615 for the Summer Blast program; assist with facility supervision and program support at events games and programs. Interacts with children in active and passive games; ability to make fair game decisions some knowledge of game rules; ability to read directions; and divides children into equal age groups. Requires active participation in field trips and center settings and various crafts activities and games. Provides excellent customer service that meets the expectations of the Citys Customer Service Initiative while following set standards for providing customer service to participants parents coaches volunteers officials spectators and citizens; responds to inquiries rule interpretations and communicates program and event information. Resolves conflicts between children in a calm and orderly manner; report behavior issues to management staff and parents. Responds to accidents and injuries may perform basic first aid. Submits written reports of accidents/incidents equipment and inventory needs to the supervisor in a timely manner. Prepares organizes and sets up/breaks down equipment at the facility sets up various athletic and recreational equipment tables chairs waste receptacles may perform some field and facility maintenance and prep for activities and events. Breaks down after the event and performs general custodial duties such as trash pickup sweep floors clean restrooms and pack/load equipment. May assist with processing program registrations and collect payments. Controls the disbursement collection storage of equipment and overall site inventory. Inspects facilities and play areas for safety/damage enforces safety rules and regulations and maintains organization.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT : In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards this position requires a minimum of one month of fulltime equivalent experience. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires CPR and First Aid certification within the first year of employment. May require a valid drivers license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards . SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to shortterm department needs and/or Citywide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Must be engaged in a recreational based academic program or similar youth/education program. Must have ability to express ideas clearly both orally and in writing; ability to use a telephone; read and interpret rules and regulations. Requires a degree of mobility that would allow for interaction with children in active and passive games. Must have the ability to lift and set up tables and chairs and organize site equipment. General knowledge of recreational activities including athletics arts and crafts music and dance board games and special events. Possess positive customer service skills and abilities. Previous work experience as a camp counselor childcare provider independent contractor or teacher
Work Schedule
Primarily: Monday Friday between 8am 6pm Summer Internship starts May 5 and must be completed by August 8. Work schedules are based on operational requirements and may include days evenings weekends and occasional holidays
Required Experience:
Intern