Variable Recreation Older Adult Program Instructor - Pottery

City of Lakewood•Lakewood, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance. The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity. Their work schedule is based on business need. This position would be a part-time non benefitted position.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Experience working or assisting with adults 55 and older.
Experience leading or assisting with recreation programs/activities.
Experience leading or assisting groups of varying sizes.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and participants.
Ability to solve practical problems in a variety of situations.
Ability to interpret and understand instructions, both written and oral.
Ability to interact with participants in an appropriate manner.
Ability to give clear verbal direction to groups of various sizes.
Ability to deal effectively with emergency situations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
Background check is required.
High school/College Experience in specific format of class being offered.
CPR/First Aid training or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform job in a professional manner, i.e. dress appropriately, arrive on time, stay until the end of your shift, attend appropriate staff meetings and staff trainings/orientation to ensure quality standards are upheld.
Be attentive to the physical, social and emotional needs of the participants.
Participate and engage in all program activities.
Maintain an enthusiastic attitude and serve as a role model for positive and appropriate behavior through speech and action on a daily basis.
Plan and lead small and large group activities for participants during scheduled times.
Ensure the health, well-being and safety of all participants and staff.
Abide by and enforce City of Lakewood’s policies and procedures including the “No Isolated Moments” policy.
Maintain the cleanliness of all areas and facilities used by participants and staff on a daily basis.
Adhere to program schedules.
Be knowledgeable of any participant needs, including health, behavioral, disability specific needs.
Supports participants at all times in program participation.
Provides suggestions for future activities/programs.
Works as a part of team by supporting others and taking initiative.
Performs other duties as assigned.