Summer Program Counselor - Play Mobile/Fun Expert

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

8d•$16

About The Position

Parks & Recreation Summer Program Counselor - Play Mobile A visit from a Play Mobile highlights any event, especially when a group might not have access to a Park or Recreational Facility nearby. Mobile Recreation travels throughout City of Atlanta providing equipment and instructional activities for community events, which include arts and crafts, sports and fitness activities, health fairs and summer camp celebrations. The Play Mobile enhances Parks sponsored events as well like summer festivals, Popsicles in the Park, Movies in the Parks and council member events, (example: Egg hunts, backpack giveaways, non campaigning events). Become a fun expert!

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Two summer season or 6 months of experience as instructor, counselor or coach in an organized recreation program OR Completion of 30 credits towards a degree from an accredited college; OR Satisfactory equivalent of education and experience as described above “1”.
Valid Georgia Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children.
Available to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

Organize free and innovative activities in parks and playgrounds for children and their families.
Activities run the gamut including sports fitness and outdoor adventure, games, arts and crafts and special events.
Engage the community by organizing recreational programming and special events.
Distribute, collect and perform minor repair and adjustment to athletic equipment and play materials, including demonstration of the application or use of the materials supplied.
Inspect play areas and report evidence of unsafe or hazardous conditions.
Cordon off or remove hazardous equipment.
Ensure proper health and safety standards of playground by removing broken glass, litter or other hazardous materials.
Uphold discipline and prevent disturbances with the recreational area.
Ensure the vehicle is neat and organized.
Track and maintain inventory or equipment.
Maintain accurate records.