Friday Evening Youth Program Lead

Vernon; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Vernon Parks and Recreation is seeking a Program Specialist to supervise middle school students during one Friday evening per month, 6:30pm–9:30pm, starting Oct 30. You will work under the Program Director and Recreation Supervisor in a Teen Center setting open once monthly.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, identifying health and safety risks, enforcing rules, and performing light custodial duties. CPR/First Aid training is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing recreational activities for youth aged 11–14.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and speaking.
• Strong leadership and ability to handle diverse participants.
• Must be flexible, energetic, patient, and empathetic to participants' needs.
• Must attend mandatory CPR, First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens training.

Responsibilities

• Supervises program participants in their assigned area.
• Identify and respond appropriately to potential risks to health and safety of participants or staff.
• Identify and respond to inappropriate or unsafe behaviors from participants.
• Walk-through the building or outdoor area to ensure there are no safety hazards.
• Make sure building is clean and orderly and perform light custodial duties as needed.
• Participate with program in games and activities that will enhance the well-being of participants.
• Enforce program and facility rules equally for all participants.
• Discipline as necessary being firm, professional and fair.
• Ensure the noise level does not become excessive.
• In event of an accident, perform care and follow Town of Vernon procedures.
• Perform responsible building security upon closure.
• Adheres to and enforces all Town and departmental policies and procedures.
• Attend required staff meetings and special events

Skills

Recreational programming

Child development

Communication skills

Community relations

Leadership

Empathy

Job description

Vernon Parks and Recreation is seeking a Program Specialist to supervise middle school students during one Friday evening per month, 6:30pm–9:30pm, starting Oct 30. You will work under the Program Director and Recreation Supervisor in a Teen Center setting open once monthly.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, identifying health and safety risks, enforcing rules, and performing light custodial duties. CPR/First Aid training is mandatory.