RECREATION LEADER

HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR PARK DISTRICT•Flossmoor, IL

4d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Site Director, instructors report to their Site Director and Recreation Supervisor. Supervise students while directing various activities planned by the Site Director and staff.

Requirements

Ability to lead and motivate children.
Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, sports and activities.
Ability to work without continued direction.
Must be at least 16 years of age.
Experience working with children
CPR/AED Certification or willingness to become certified

Responsibilities

Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service
Direct and help plan activities.
Give guidance and direction to students.
Provide for safety and well-being of all students.
Available to assist in leading activities during all half and full days off of school.
Act in cordial and courteous manner and positively represent the Park District at all times.
Keep Site Director informed of all Before/After School program happenings.
Attend all staff meetings.
Adhere to the policies and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual.
Assist in general maintenance and clean-up of equipment and facilities.
Other related job duties as assigned.
Solve problems.
Assist students with basic homework questions.
Resolve conflicts.
Is responsible and dependable.

Benefits

Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
Individual Lions pool pass
20% off (1) facility rental/year
20% off birthday party package for child(ren)
20% off program fees
Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower
Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)
457 Retirement Plan
Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).
Additional benefits for facility employees only.
Paid CPR/AED training and certification.
Paid Leave Time Off