REC Program Assistant

Sun Prairie, MT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Recreation Coordinator and Program Instructors this role assists in carrying out recreation programs including youth sports enrichment classes and camp programs. This position primarily works outdoors in city parks.
Examples of programs Recreation Program Assistant may work with (interest and qualification dependent): youth tennis youth soccer youth T-ball/baseball youth basketball other miscellaneous youth sports youth art classes preschool science classes summer camp programs

Dates and hours needed:
Summer months with the possibility of continuing into the fall season and beyond. Typical work hours are weekday afternoons and evenings though schedule may vary based on program needs and applicant availability/qualifications. Option to work multiple programs for 15 hours/week.
Additional opportunities available to start mid-April for sports programs.

Starting wage - $10.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications:
The position qualifies for $.25 increases annually.

JOIN US FOR OPEN INTERVIEWS JANUARY 7-9 9:00AM-6:00PM at the WEST SIDE COMMUNITY SERVICES BUILDING 2598 W Main St. no appointment needed*

Applicants will be reviewed as received during the posting period.

Essential Job Functions

Major Duties/Essential Functions

Assist in leading demonstrating and instructing participants in recreation games/activities
Provide an interactive positive fun and safe environment for program participants
Assist in the supervision of all program participants
Provide assistance and support to Program Instructors
Provide clear communication to and from coordinators instructors participants and parents
Prepare program equipment supplies and materials
Attend all required meetings and trainings
Other duties as assigned

Minor Duties/Responsibilities

Assist in setting up and cleaning up the facility/equipment before and after program sessions
Notify coordinator or instructors of problems and concerns regarding equipment facilities participants and/or spectators
Distribute any needed supplies or information to participants/parents
Complete timecard accurately and on time
Arrive on time dressed appropriately according to the dress code and ready to interact with coworkers participants and parents

Requirements of Work

Experience/Education

Must be 15 years of age or older
Previous instruction or coaching experience preferred. Prior experience working with kids is preferred.

Knowledge

Knowledge of standard safety practices

Skill/Ability

Ability and willingness to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions
Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members supervisor(s) and the public and to deal with them in a courteous and tactful manner
Strong oral communication skills
Ability and willingness to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
Ability and willingness to supervise and maintain control of participants in a group and/or 1-on-1 setting
Ability and willingness to keep accurate records and complete any necessary paperwork

Other Job Functions

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand sit talk hear read and write. This position frequently requires an employee to walk or bend. He/she may periodically need to reach stoop crouch or kneel. The employee may be asked to clean pick up put away and lift/carry and/or move equipment weighing approximately 10 - 50 pounds.
Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Tools and Equipment Used

Equipment is specific to the program being taught
First Aid Supplies

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF WORK:
Work Environment

Must work well with others
Must communicate well with others
Inside and outside work with exposure to the weather
Noisy environment

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Required Experience:

Junior IC