Recreation Leader

City of La Habra•La Habra, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, implements a variety of Community Services programs, events, and oversees buildings and parks during rentals; keeps assigned areas of buildings and grounds clean and safe. Additionally, will implement a variety of activities for youth, family, and senior programs, and events. Implements daily schedule or activities and follows all day program/event procedures to create a fun and safe environment. May be assigned to work additional city events at supervisor’s discretion. This position will be required to work the City of La Habra’s Annual 4th of July Event, Spring Family Eggstravaganza, New Year’s Noon, and the La Habra Tamale Festival, including some days post and prior to the event. This position will be required to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age in order to apply.
Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license and proof of insurance.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the public is required.
Experience and/or education working with children are highly desirable.
Bilingual is highly desirable.
College classes in recreation education, recreation leadership and/or child development are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Provides supervision of users during rentals.
Performs and inspects facilities for safety and cleanliness.
Provides information and assistance to customers.
Identifies damage to floorings, ceilings, tables, and chairs.
Supervises the actions of all event/program participants.
Insures that safety precautions are observed.
Administers emergency First Aid and CPR when needed.
Provides feedback on participants behavior to parents and supervisors as necessary.
Uses proper disciplinary techniques and positive reinforcement.
Maintains cleanliness of the facilities throughout the day.
Opens and closes facility as scheduled; including but not limited to checking the facility for safety precautions, setting up tables and chairs in the morning, putting tables and chairs away at night and ensuring the facility is locked.
Oversees the use of equipment, materials, and supplies.
Serves as a mentor to teen leaders.
Provides excellent customer service and general information to the public.
Attends and actively participates in staff meetings/development.
Reports and files incident reports in a timely manner.
Opens and closes city facilities and parks.
Assists with special events including, but not limited to: Kid's Night Out, Concerts In the Park, National Night Out, Cool Cops, Itty Bitty Camp, Love La Habra, KaBOOM!, La Habra Races, Red Ribbon Week, and Veterans Day.
Performs other related duties as required.