Recreation Leader - Summer Kids Camp Counselor

Recreation Leader - Summer Kids Camp Counselor North Highlands Recreation and Park District North Highlands, CA Job Details Part-time $18.50 - $20.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Childcare CPR Certification High school diploma or GED Working with children First Aid Certification Driving Pediatric first aid

Full Job Description Definition:

Under the general supervision of the Site Coordinator, Recreation Coordinator, and/or Recreation Supervisor assists with planning, organizing, implementing, instructing, directing and monitoring of the activities of school aged children. Ensure 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 direct supervisor. Administer first aid and handle emergency situations as they may arise. Assist periodically at District sponsored activities, events, or programs. 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

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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:

Eighteen (18) years of age. Completion of high school.

Pre-Employment Testing:

Must be fingerprinted with NHRPD.

Licenses Required:

Possession of a valid California Drivers License, or California ID. Current Child/infant CPR and First Aid Certificate. Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training to be obtained after starting employment.

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:

$18.50 - $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Experience:

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

First Aid Certification (Preferred) CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person