Assistant Director Summer Program 2026

Seasonal Part Time (0-28 hours) June 29 2026- August 13 2026.

Week 1: Mandatory orientation June 29-July 1 2026.

Week 2-week 7: Summer Program (Monday-Thursday) July 6 August 13 2026. 8:15a-2:45pm or as scheduled.

Week 3-week 8: Summer Program (Monday-Thursday) July 6 August 13 2026. 8:15a-2:45pm or as scheduled.

Post Program: As needed

Hourly Rate: $21.00

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Summer Program Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the overall leadership and daily operations of a 6-week summer program for youth that have functional differences. Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

PRE-PLANNING

Assist Therapeutic Recreation & Leisure Services leadership with development of orientation training for counselors.

Coordinate development & planning of Summer Program Activities field trips and calendar of events to be sent home with participants.

DURING PROGRAM

Support the Program Director with daily operations transitions and activity flow.

Assist with staff training and provide ongoing skill-building in activity facilitation communication and behavior support.

Provide on-the-floor oversight of staff activities & participants to ensure safety engagement and consistency across all program areas.

Coordinate staff schedules breaks and coverage to keep the program running smoothly.

Support positive group dynamics and problem-solve daily challenges.

Ensure compliance with all safeguards for participants.

Assist with daily attendance tracking & required documentation.

Communicate with families as needed to provide updates and support.

Responsible for addressing and reporting all incidents accidents observed and suspected situations that adversely impact on the health and safety of individuals receiving services.

Responsible for complying with all Part 635 Part 671 Part 624 and Part 633 regulations in total and reporting violations deficiencies and/or incidents to direct supervisor as they are discovered or indicated.

Assist with ordering supplies within budgetary guidelines and being responsible for the handling of petty cash.

FOLLOW UP RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with organization & submission of billing data.

Assist with participant and staff surveys directly following the end of program.

REQUIREMENTS

Working towards a bachelors degree in recreation human services or related field and two years of experience working with individuals that have functional differences.

A valid drivers license and good driving record acceptable to the Agencys insurance carrier.

Pass and maintain OPWDD Certification in CPR and First Aid.