Recreation Leader I

Peninsula Metropolitan Park District•Gig Harbor, WA

13h•$17 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for facilitating a positive experience for program participants in a variety of recreation summer camps. Summer Camp Counselors ensure a safe and welcoming learning environment for children 3 to 12 years old. Camp types will range from preschool aged camps, sports camps, art camps, and specialty themed camps such as Superhero Training Camp, Wizarding World of Hogwarts Camp, and Mystical Mermaids Camp. To assist with the organization, planning, and facilitation of a variety of recreation activities in various seasonal programs. To provide excellent customer service to all program patrons by exemplifying a positive attitude and exceeding the needs of patrons. Work hours will vary, up to 79 hours per month.

Requirements

Childcare: 1 year (required)
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification within 3 months of employment.
Working knowledge of recreation programs, services, and appropriate activities for youth; strong interest in working with youth.
Leads recreation games, activities, sports, and pre-planned programs.
Promote interest and enthusiasm in recreational activities.
Takes responsibility and ownership for successfully accomplishing work and the organization’s objectives and delivering results. Sets high standards of shared performance for self and others.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other staff members, program participants, and the public.
Work in a group or as an individual with minimal supervision.
Identify and prevent hazards, implement solutions, maintain safe environments.
Knowledge of basic needs and safety concerns associated with the care of assigned populations.
Identifies opportunities and issues and acts to capitalize on or resolve them for the benefit of the organization’s services.
Communicate courteously and cooperatively with other staff and the public, on the telephone or in-person, including handling difficult or irate people.
High school diploma or comparable experience.
Interact effectively and professionally with a wide variety of program participants, community members, and co-workers.
Must be creative, energetic, and patient.
Knowledge of basic needs and safety concerns associated with the care of children. Experience, education, and/or training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities to meet the needs of the program.
Interpret and apply policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment. Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Valid Washington driver’s license (required).

Nice To Haves

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
First Aid Certification (Preferred)
CPR Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist the Recreation Specialists/Coordinators with the facilitation and supervision of youth orientated programs, camps, after-school programs, and events.
Lead recreation games, crafts, sports, and pre-planned activities.
Assist with the supervision of program participants to meet the needs of the activity, event, or program.
Perform set-up for program activity area and ensure activity area is safe for use.
Clean up the activity area and return equipment to proper storage areas, turn off all equipment, perform minor custodial duties, and properly secure area at the end of a work shift.
Greet the public; provide information and assistance regarding schedules, registration, program descriptions, and other general information over the phone and in person.
Provide excellent internal and external customer service. Create a positive experience for patrons through professional and courteous behavior. Communicate feedback between participants and program supervisor.
Ensure all participants are registered and maintain accurate attendance records.
Assist in evaluating program success and make recommendations.
Ensure the safety of program participants, co-workers, and the public by following District policies. If necessary, provide first aid. Report all incidents/accidents to a supervisor immediately. Complete and submit appropriate accident/incident records and forms.
Determine program equipment and supply needs. Assist with the distribution, care, use, and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Maintain supply and equipment inventories.
Enforce District policies and procedures, resolve day-to-day problems as they arise, and assist supervisors with resolving major issues.
Practice safe work habits and contribute to the safety of self, co-workers, and the public.
May include but are not limited to the following programs: youth or adult sports leagues, sports camps and clinics, and special events.
Assist the Recreation Coordinator with the planning, coordination and supervision of youth activities, youth camps, special events, instructional classes, and teen programming.
Prepare documents such as letters, program evaluation forms, memos, accident reports, and rosters.
Utilize software system to process program registrations and update client accounts.
Attend meetings and trainings as assigned.
Be actively involved with program participants and engage in activities at all times.
Perform facility opening and closing responsibilities.
Perform minor custodial duties as needed.
Perform minor maintenance and custodial duties.
Assist with other recreation programs as requested.
Perform related duties, as assigned.