Summer Rec Assistant

SQUAXIN ISLAND TRIBE•Shelton, WA

19h•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Summer Rec Program Coordinator, the Summer Rec Program Assistant is responsible for the supervision of children, ages 5-12; is responsible for conducting a variety of safe, fun, and interesting activities. Also is responsible for developing a positive relationship with his/her group in a safe environment.

Requirements

One year of prior experience working one on one with children ages 5-12 and a High School Diploma or GED and one year relevant experience, OR 3 years of relevant work experience working one on one with children ages 5-12.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but involved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Must pass WATCH and Tribal Court Background Check.
Must have CPR/First Aid certification, or be able to obtain it within the pre-program staff training.
Regularly required to talk or hear.
Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crawl and taste or smell.
Frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 25-50 pounds.
Professional attire suitable for the work environment is required.
The successful candidate will be required to have a urinalysis for drug and alcohol screening in accordance with the Tribe’s Drug Free Workplace Policy.
There will be no tolerance for the use of alcohol or illegal drugs while employed in the Summer Youth Program.
Use of tobacco in front of the youth or during work time is not allowed.
Any violation of these policies is cause for immediate termination.

Nice To Haves

Current Washington State Driver’s License preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide continuous supervision and ensure the health and safety of children ages 5–12.
Guide, lead, and actively participate with assigned groups in daily activities.
Foster group cohesion and encourage positive behavior and respectful interactions.
Support the social, emotional, and developmental needs of children.
Model and reinforce prevention.
Attend and participate in daily morning and afternoon staff meetings.
Assist with maintaining participant files, including registration, medical, and permission forms.
Support daily attendance tracking, incident documentation, field trip rosters, and required program records.
Adhere to all program rules, operating principles, and policies and procedures.
Demonstrate prior experience working one-on-one with children ages 5–12.
Attend mandatory pre-program staff training (June 22–June 26).
Work the full Summer Recreation. Program schedule (June 30–August 8), Monday–Thursday, 8am-4pm; 8am-2pm on Fridays.
Maintain consistent Monday–Friday availability for the full program duration.