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HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT•Hayward, CA

13d•$22 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Our Recreation Team is currently looking to hire two Program Instructors to support our Challenge Course! The ideal candidate enjoys working with groups and can create an encouraging, inclusive, and engaging environment for middle school through adult participants. Experience facilitating recreation, education, camps, team-building activities, or other group programs is preferred. Previous challenge course, ropes course or high ropes experience is a plus but is not required; training will be provided to candidates who demonstrate strong communication, sound judgment, dependability, and a willingness to learn. Challenge Course Instructors lead cooperative games, team initiatives, and high ropes challenge course activities using a “Challenge by Choice” approach. They support participants’ physical and emotional safety, assist with daily course and equipment inspections, follow established safety and rescue procedures, and work collaboratively with fellow instructors and program staff. Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors, working at heights of 30–40 feet, lifting and moving equipment up to 40 pounds, and maintaining a flexible schedule. This is a part-time position averaging approximately 18 hours per week, generally supporting up to three programs per week. A flexible schedule is ideal, with most programs expected to take place during daytime weekday and Saturday hours. First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required or must be completed upon hire. Come make a difference in our community and join our amazing team!

Requirements

Strong communication skills.
Sound judgment.
Dependability.
Willingness to learn.
Comfortable working outdoors.
Comfortable working at heights of 30–40 feet.
Able to lift and move equipment up to 40 pounds.
Maintain a flexible schedule.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required or must be completed upon hire.
High School Diploma or GED.
Previous experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Must possess current certifications in First Aid, CPR and AED and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment.
Must possess all required certifications for programs/classes of instructor’s area of expertise.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Provide proof of negative TB skin test.
Satisfactory fingerprint clearance and background check (DOJ) for employees with direct contact with minors.
Verification of ID and proof of eligibility to work in the USA.
Possession of a valid CA Driver’s License.
Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience facilitating recreation, education, camps, team-building activities, or other group programs.
Previous challenge course, ropes course or high ropes experience.
Bi-lingual desired.

Responsibilities

Lead cooperative games, team initiatives, and high ropes challenge course activities using a “Challenge by Choice” approach.
Support participants’ physical and emotional safety.
Assist with daily course and equipment inspections.
Follow established safety and rescue procedures.
Work collaboratively with fellow instructors and program staff.
Develop and implement curriculum for the program.
Ensure safety and proper technique of participation while in the program.
Responsible for planning and instructing group recreation programs/classes in one or more assigned areas.
Work with people of all ages and skill levels.
Assist with marketing and outreach of programs.
Provide a high level of customer service to parents and participants.
Instruct participants on program subject; explain and demonstrate skills.
Maintains good public relations and keeps supervisors informed of customer and facility needs.
Maintains records of participation and completes required reports.
Report any repairs or maintenance on equipment or facility used.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers.
Performs other duties as assigned.