What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Leader - Before and After School Program position at North Highlands Recreation and Park District?
About us
North Highlands Recreation and Park District is an independent special district located in Sacramento County. Our mission is to enrich and fulfill the lives of citizens through Parks and Recreation.
North Highlands Recreation and Park District - Recreation Leader
Job Description
Definition:
Under the general supervision of the Site Coordinator assists with planning, organizing, implementing, instructing, directing and monitoring of the activities of school aged children. Insure a safe, fun and educational environment for all participants.
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Essential Functions:
- Prepare, set-up, assist and participate in a wide variety of recreational activities inclusive of, but not limited to: games, sports, crafts, and special events.
- Contribute and participate in the development of programs & activities respective of age, interest, ability and varied skill level.
- Responsibly supervise and keep account of all participants while in the facility/program or on field trips.
- Enforce sign in/out procedures.
- Use positive discipline principles.
- Perform physical inspection of facility prior to, during and after use, ensuring a safe environment for participants and staff.
- Remove any damaged equipment from service.
- Set up, take down and clean-up the facility after use.
- Attend all staff meetings and training sessions.
- Report supply needs to the Site Coordinator.
- Administer first aid and handle emergency situations as they may arise.
- Assist periodically at District sponsored activities.
- Enforce COVID-19 health and safety policies.
- Other duties may be required.
Qualifications:
- Skills in planning, organizing and directing recreational programs.
- Skills in communication and public relations.
- Experience in working with school aged children in a recreational/educational setting.
Ability to:
- Be assertive in enforcing rules and maintain a safe environment.
- Organize groups and individuals in a recreational/educational setting.
- Communicate with participants, parents and school personnel in a clear and precise manner.
- Make quick decisions and use sound judgment.
- Enforce NHRPD and CJUSD policies and procedures.
- Work harmoniously with fellow employees, the public and other agencies.
- Work under stressful and sometimes difficult circumstances and be able to handle sensitive situations as they arise.
Experience and training guidelines: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.
Training/Education:
- Must be 18 years of age.
- High school Diploma or GED.
- Education in recreation, physical education or child development.
- Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training.
Pre-Employment Testing:
- Must be fingerprinted with NHRPD and CJUSD.
- Negative TB Test within the last year.
- Passing score on CJUSD Para-Educator exam.
Licenses Required:
- Possession of a valid California Drivers License.
- Current Child/infant CPR and First Aid Certificate.
Working Conditions:
Environmental Conditions:
- Indoor and outdoor environments.
- Exposure to heat, cold and occasional inclement weather conditions.
- Some irregular work hours, including evenings and weekends.
Physical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for lifting, bending, sitting, climbing, stooping, walking, crawling and operation motorized vehicles
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- After school
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
COVID-19 considerations:
Daily sanitization and frequent hand washing.
Application Question(s):
- Please enter your personal email so we can contact you directly.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- First Aid, CPR & AED Certification? (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19