After-School Recreation Assistant

SALVATION ARMY; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Salvation Army in Memphis at the Kroc Center is seeking a Recreation Assistant to execute planned activities for youth and adults, oversee the game room, and support day camp and after-school programs. You will maintain attendance records, help keep the facility clean, and ensure a safe, orderly environment.

The role requires prior experience working with children and the ability to lift and be active in indoor/outdoor recreation settings, with emphasis on safety and positive engagement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must have prior experience working with children

Responsibilities

• Gathers and sets up appropriate supplies and materials for planned recreational activities; ensures the children participants’ safety in utilizing the same.
• Enforces all rules that pertain to the camp, children’s program, and facility on a constant basis.
• Organizes and supervises recreational activities; observes, monitors, and supervises participants; maintains control of the participants and when needed displays proper discipline techniques
• Ensures the safety and protection of participants at all times

Education

High School diploma or GED

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

Job description

Salvation Army in Memphis at the Kroc Center is seeking a Recreation Assistant to execute planned activities for youth and adults, oversee the game room, and support day camp and after-school programs. You will maintain attendance records, help keep the facility clean, and ensure a safe, orderly environment.

The role requires prior experience working with children and the ability to lift and be active in indoor/outdoor recreation settings, with emphasis on safety and positive engagement.