Summer Camp / Center Group Leaders - Miller Park Summer Camp & Kids Can Main Center

Position Summary:

WE ARE HIRING FOR 2 LOCATIONS THIS SUMMER

Kids Can Community Center is a non-profit organization founded in 1908. Our mission is to educate, engage, and inspire children through early childhood care and out-of-school experiences. Summer Group Leaders are designed to help youth develop themselves both academically and personally. The Summer Group Leader provides direct care to children and is responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate environment for children in accordance with relevant priorities established by Kid Can policies and procedures. The Group Leader (GL) will serve as the lead staff in their assigned age group.

Essential Functions:

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

MILLER PARK SUMMER CAMP

(18 & Older) & KIDS

CAN MAIN CENTER

(21 & Over) - MUST

BE AVALIBLE TO WORK MONDAY-FRIDAY - SHIFTS VARY

Between 6am-6pm: Shifts schedules can be between 5-8 hours, we will need openers and closers for both locations. • :

BOTH :

Facilitates programming through direct care for children, including implementing activities, centers, and curriculum; ensures children are always supervised and provides positive discipline when required. • :

BOTH :

Understand policies regarding water and field trip activities and safety procedures. Direct supervision and in close physical proximity of children is always required, by Group Leaders in close physical proximity to allow intervention and within sight and sound of all Children in the swimming areas and fieldtrip visits. • :

SUMMER CAMP

: Prepares snacks and meals for children in accordance with procedures and Nutrition Services regulations. • :

BOTH :

Maintains program areas and supplies to ensure an appropriate, clean, and safe environment for children. Completes paperwork for attendance and meal program as required by the organization. • :

BOTH :

Performs related duties as assigned by the Site Director or as the situation dictates. Other duties could include, but not limited to: Classroom management, act as chaperones on field trips, driving Kids Can Community Center vans/vehicles, and help serve meals/snacks to children.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to prioritize multiple projects while being adaptable in a constantly changing environment; utilize rational judgment in making important decisions. Ability to problem solve and quickly adapt when needed. Familiar with student supervision program policies, Kids Can policies and procedures, including transportation and emergency procedures. Work effectively as a team (communicate with others, resolve conflicts and offer solutions to problems). Ability to interact and communicate effectively with participants of diverse backgrounds. Familiar with child development and youth programming activities. Ability to recognize signs of child neglect and/or abuse.

Education/Experience Prerequisites:

A High School Diploma or GED is required. Previous experience in similar programs and excellent communication skills are essential. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required. Hiring is contingent upon approval from the Nebraska Central Registry of Child Abuse and Neglect, Nebraska Adult Protective Services Registry, Kid Can's vehicle insurance company and submission of a felony/misdemeanor statement. A health screening is required including clearance by physician that any medication taken does not interfere with ability to care for children.

Ongoing/in-service requirements:

Maintain certification in CPR and First Aid and additional requirements as needed. Attending trainings as recommended by the Site Director. Training must include, but is not limited to safe environments, healthy environments, learning environments, physical development, cognitive learning, communication, creative learning, self-esteem, social development, guidance, family relationships, program management, and professionalism.

Physical & Mental Requirements:

Must be able to walk the building (including staircases) and assist children in and out of transportation vehicles. Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 lbs. Must be able to handle the physical and mental demands of caring for children. Must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time. Working Conditions Normal working conditions; work primarily in office, program rooms, gymnasium, kitchen, playground area and field as well as off-site meetings.

NOTE :

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Application Question(s): Would you prefer the shift 6am-10am / 6am-2pm / 8 am- 4pm / 10am-6pm or 1pm - 6pm Monday through Friday? Please tell us more about your experience with elementary-age children. Do you have a valid HS Diploma/GED? Are you available to work between the dates May 26th until August 7th?

Experience:

Childcare:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person