BASE Site Leader

Park-District-of-Lagrange; Lyons Township (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Leave

Free Individual La Grange Fitness M em

Discounted District programs

Job summary

The Park District of LaGrange seeks a BASE Site Leader to manage the BASE program site, plan activities, and supervise staff. You will ensure student safety, coordinate schedules, and serve as the main point of contact for parents and school personnel.

Responsibilities include program operations, staff training, and maintaining records while upholding district policies. CPR/First Aid certification is required or obtained on hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; coursework in Education or Child Development preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with children in educational or recreational settings.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience required.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain on hire.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities and daily schedules.
• Supervise, train, and support staff; maintain staff-to-student ratios.
• Serve as primary contact for parents and school staff; communicate regularly.
• Maintain accurate records and safety procedures; ensure facility is safe and clean.
• Address behavioral issues and resolve conflicts as they arise.

Skills

High school diploma

2+ years experience

Supervisory experience

CPR/First Aid/AED

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Title: BASE Site LeaderDepartment: RecreationFLSA Status: Non-ExemptPay Range: $17.00 - $20.00/hour DOQSupervisor: Reports to BASE & Camp SupervisorQualifications: High School Diploma required with coursework in Education, Child Development, or related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children in an educational or recreational setting. Previous supervisory or leadership experience required. Must be CPR/First Aid/AED certified or ability to obtain upon hire. Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle stressful situations and ability to resolve conflicts effectively.Position Summary: The Site Lead is responsible for the overall management and supervision of the BASE program site. This includes planning and implementing activities, ensuring safety and well-being of students, and overseeing staff members. The Site Lead serves as the primary contact for parents and school administration/faculty, ensuring that the program runs smoothly and meets the needs of the students.Program Management:• Plan and implement a variety of activities that are engaging, educational, and age appropriate.• Create & maintain daily schedules, routines, class lists and student tracking forms.• Overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the program.• Communicate and interact with parents/guardians• Resolve concerns of parents or staff in day-to-day events and general program opportunitiesSupervision• Supervise, train, and support staff members.• Ensure proper staff-to-student ratios at all times.• Ensure staff are clocking in and out daily.• Make staffing recommendationsStudent Interaction• Create a positive, inclusive and safe environment for all participants.• Address & manage behavioral issues and conflicts effectively.• Foster positive relationships with students and their families.Communication• Acts as the main point of contact for parents/guardians.• Communicate regularly with appropriate school faculty and direct supervisors• Prepare and submit information for monthly newsletters and other communications to direct supervisor.• Communicate in positive and professional manner.Administrative Tasks• Maintain accurate records, including attendance, class lists, daily student tracking forms, accident/incident forms and other relevant information.• Ensure compliance with all Park District and school district policies and procedures.• Create and submit snack and supply lists to direct supervisor.• Pick-up necessary supplies, equipment and snacks from Recreation Center.• Must attend all required meetings.• Implement and enforce health and safety procedures and policies.• Ensure the facility and equipment are clean, safe and in good working condition.Essential Functions of the Position:1. Physiological Requirements: Able to perform a variety of activities that may require, but not limited to, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, kneeling, squatting, walking, climbing, talking, reaching, and bending. Ability to lift up to 50lbs.2. Environmental Requirements: Able to work in moderate heat, wind, sunlight, humidity, snow, and temperatures as low as 40 degrees when outdoors for program.3. Cognitive Requirements:* Must be able to follow direction and perform job functions as described.* Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Must have ability to handle multiple tasks.* Must possess good problem-solving skills.This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and effects of working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change, e.g emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments.Part-Time Benefit ListPersonal LeaveFree Individual La Grange Fitness MembershipDiscounted District programs