Recreation Aide I (Part-Time, Year Round)

City of Hollywood, Florida • Fl, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is entry level recreation work in assisting at a playground or other recreation areas. The employee in this class assists in a diversified program that will satisfy the patrons of the recreation center. Work extends to responsibility for the participants physical well-being and safety while they are on the playground, in a recreation center, or traveling off-site. The employee is in a position to enlist the confidence and support of the participants in the playground or recreation center by leading wholesome recreation programs for the participants. Work assignments are received during staff meetings. Technical assistance is available in detailed planning of the program and in conducting specialized activities. Work is evaluated and reviewed through observation, review of written reports, and appraisal of the acceptance accorded to the work.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance
• Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
• Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
• Knowledge of the principles, rules, materials, equipment requirements, and organization of a variety of play and recreational activities, such as low-organized games, free play activities, team sports, and art and handicraft work, together with the ability to instruct, coach and supervise several such activities.
• Knowledge of play interests and developmental needs of age group.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of first-aid.
• Ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm and mix readily with various groups and solve problems arising at a play area.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, teens, adults, and the general public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers, and the public.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year experience in recreation or related field.
• Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participates, assists and leads in games and other recreation activities.
• Teaches rules and playing skills of team and individual games and activities.
• Maintains safety and health standards at center; provides first-aid to injured persons.
• Keeps and submits records of attendance and use of facilities.
• Issues and picks up athletic equipment.
• Must effectively and positively represent the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation.
• Must establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.
• Performs related work as required for this position description only.

Benefits

• The City values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country, and as such, proactively recruits and hires veterans and qualified spouses to the greatest extent possible.
• Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
• The Employment Office will make reasonable efforts in the examination and workplace to accommodate persons with disabilities.
• All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression (except as limited by law, Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational disqualifications).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED