Recreation Assistant Summer Program
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Job Location:
Decatur, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Recreation Assistant
Pay rate: $15/hour
This is a temporary part-time seasonal position for Summer 2026
Dates of employment: June 2 2026 - July 24 2026 or day camp staff and (TBD) for aquatics center and splash pad staff.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Candidates will supervise and assist (morning or afternoon) primarily the safety and instruction of recreational participants. They also help organize and promote activities such as arts and crafts sports games music drama social recreation camping and other hobbies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrate a high level of professionalism & courtesy at all times in relating to parents/children and coworkers in carrying out the services & activities of the day camp program
- Provide constant supervision to ensure the safety of the children
- Report ALL injuries (major or minor) to the Day Camp Director or Assistant Director immediately
- Work in a harmonious manner with fellow staff members to ensure smooth operation of the day camp program
- Schedule and conduct organized activities each day
- Ensure that children are signed in/out to the proper parent/guardian before child leaves premises. Parent or guardian must initial sign-in/out sheet when picking up child
- Clean snack area and program area after use; properly store supplies and equipment.
- Provide a special event during the last week of program
- Perform other related duties as assigned or as necessary
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to accept temporary employment
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must pass background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screen
- Must have reliable transportation
- Previous experience in a recreation setting working with youth is preferred
- AQUATICS ONLY-Must be able to work evenings and weekends for aquatic centers and splash pad
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Swimming
- Assisted Living
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Publisher
- Dementia Care
- Recreational Therapy
- Alzheimers Care
- Cash Handling
- Music Therapy
- Experience with Children
- Supervising Experience
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