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The Biddeford Recreation Department is still accepting applications for Cub Care Counselors this school year! We have positions available for all ages and experience levels. Are you new to the Biddeford area and looking for a way to make community connections? Perhaps you are a fall season athlete looking for a new work opportunity now that the sports season is ending? Or an individual looking for a job that makes a positive impact on the community while also getting to work with young people? Whatever reason brings you to Biddeford Recreation, apply today to join our team! We have flexible schedules that work for everyone and offer competitive hourly wages for our counselors. The Cub Care Counselor is responsible for care and safety of participants in the after school program, including but not limited to: activity planning and implementation, facility preparation, and maintaining a safe environment. After school program hours operate from the end of school day until 5:30PM during the school year. Ideal candidates are available Monday

• Friday, between 1:30pm
• 5:30pm, with some shifts available from 3:00pm
• 5:30pm.

Preference is given to candidates who are available a minimum of 3 days per week, although we will consider applicants with other availability. We ask that applicants are adaptable to schedule changes due to school days off/half days, and cancellations. Responsibilities Plan activities in accordance with curriculum objectives and program philosophy Meet the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child Prepare weekly & monthly plans Maintain daily open communication with co-workers, supervisor, and parents Act in the general best safety interests of the child (i.e. report any suspected abuse, create documentation, and maintain confidentiality) Attend in-service training and staff meetings (if applicable) Provide an evaluation of the program with recommendations at its conclusion Maintain cleanliness of all facilities that the program uses for its operation Perform additional duties deemed necessary for the success and functionality of the program A willingness to demonstrate a commitment to the City of Biddeford's work around diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion Preferred Qualifications Must be at least 16 years old, or 15 years old with a valid Workers Permit Experience working with children ages 5-12 CPR/ First Aid Certified preferred Ability to demonstrate creativity, motivate children, and display a positive attitude Excellent role model Communicate effectively Ability to follow directions and finish tasks as assigned Show flexibility and act as a team player Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Biddeford's mission is to cultivate and sustain a diverse, inclusive, equitable, welcoming, and belonging-based workplace where employees actively practice solidarity for the greater good of the work environment and employee experience. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City of Biddeford shall employ, develop, and work to maintain the best qualified person(s) available without discrimination to: age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, dimensions of gender, disability, citizenship, veterans' status, ancestry, national origin, and/or political affiliation or any other status protected by law. Equitable access to services and employment is available and those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to this application and/or the interview process should notify the Deputy HR Director at 207.286.0589.

Job Type:

Part-time Salary :

$15.10

• 17.

50 per hour

Work Location :

In-person Benefits:

Earned paid leave Referral program

Schedule :

17-20 hours per week, Monday

• Friday, August
• June To apply, please choose ONE of the following:
• Go to https://biddefordmaine.org/apply to fill out our online application.
• Email to: employment@biddefordmaine.org
• Submit a resume and any relevant certifications to: Human Resources Department 205 Main Street Biddeford, ME, 04005 We will begin reviewing applications as received and the posting will remain open until all positions are filled.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$15.00

• $17.

00 per hour

License/Certification:

First Aid Certification (Preferred) CPR Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Biddeford, ME 04005 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Biddeford, ME 04005: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person