Program Leader (Floater)

The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District•Livermore, CA

15d•$20 - $24

About The Position

Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is currently accepting applications for Program Leader. Under immediate supervision, performs routine support duties for child development services in Youth Services programs; assists children in activities; and performs related work as required.

Requirements

State licensing requires that all employees be at least 18 years of age on their date of hire
High School Diploma or GED, or currently enrolled in child development Regional Occupational Program (ROP).
Knowledge of: Child development services, operations, and activities. Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment, and applications related to the work. Principles and practices for providing high level of customer service
Ability to: Learn policies, rules, regulations, operations, services, and activities related to assigned activities. Assist in maintaining the safety of program activities and participants. Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner. Perform work as directed in an efficient, effective, safe, and timely manner. Make basic mathematic calculations with speed and accuracy. Demonstrate strong customer service skills, and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Completion of accredited First Aid, CPR, and AED training within six months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Must possess: mobility to perform medium physical work; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children in a childcare or educational setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provides support duties for child development services in Youth Services programs; assists children in activities; prepares and serves snacks based on established guidelines; performs clean-up and food storage duties.
Assists in preparing instructional, craft, and other materials; participates in, and encourages, play activities with the children; may assist in providing tutorial and/or remedial activities in small groups.
Uses positive reinforcement strategies to maintain order and discipline within the classroom; handles disruptions as needed.
Opens, secures, and cleans program areas before and after program use; prepares program areas for scheduled activities and events.
Assists in the implementation and monitoring of District procedures with respect to participant safety.
May participate in staff meetings, family conferences, and other special meetings; observes and monitors family conditions and notifies supervisor of concerns as appropriate.
Assists with maintaining required and appropriate documentation, including observation notes, logs, and other records.
May participate in public relations, outreach, and community education activities.
Attends staff training, workshops, and courses as directed by supervisor.
Assists with District special events as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.