Summer Rec Assistant

Police Activities League of SW Washington • Vancouver, WA

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The Police Activities League of Southwest Washington (PAL of SWWA) is seeking a collaborative and enthusiastic Summer Recreation Assistant to join our team. This is a part time, temporary, nonexempt position and reports to an assigned Program Coordinator or designee. The position is in-person and located in Clark County, WA. The mission of PAL of SWWA is to foster and facilitate positive relationships between law enforcement and youth.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must Pass a National Criminal Background.
• Available to commit to scheduled employment dates for the duration of hire.
• Interested/have previous experience working directly with youth.
• Interest in collaborating directly with law enforcement.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to be flexible and change quickly depending on the need of a situation.

Nice To Haves

• CPR and First Aid Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and implementing activities and programs throughout Clark County, WA.
• Working with a variety of youth, including high-risk students.
• Creating positive life experiences for PAL youth from a variety of walks of life.
• Ensuring youth are safe, engaged, and building meaningful relationships.
• Implementing both sports and high school CSI summer camps.
• Ensuring a collaborative work environment with peers, youth, law enforcement, and community partners.
• Promoting program participation and leading others by example.
• Providing guidance and role modeling to youth and peers as needed.
• Communicating with youth parents’ and/or guardians’.
• Implementing effective strategies relating to youth disciplinary policies and procedures.
• Providing a safe environment through clear rules and expectations.
• Completing required reports and documentation.

Benefits

• Compensation $18.00/hour
• Dates of employment June 22nd – July 31st
• Convenient office location in Vancouver, WA
• 15-20 hours per week, typical schedule is M-F 8 am- 12 pm with occasional afternoons required due to PAL programming.
• Work that is fast-paced, fun and goal-orientated
• Collaborative, mission focused organizational culture
• Dynamic, friendly and fun team
• An opportunity to make a difference in our community!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed