Part Time Recreation Assistant

The Salvation Army; City of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

14 paid holidays

403B Tax Deferred Annuity

Eligibility for Short Term Disability

Christmas Bonus

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canandaigua seeks a Part-Time Recreation Assistant to support after-school activities for children. You will plan engaging activities, supervise groups, and ensure safety while fostering positive behavior and community awareness.

Responsibilities include coordinating structured play, leading lessons, and reporting concerns to the Program Director. Join a team that values creativity, energy, and a supportive environment for youth development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Desire and ability to work with children in after-school settings.
• Ability to assist or lead teaching activities with youth.
• Energetic, humorous, patient, and self-controlled.
• Safety oriented at all times; creative and artistic a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize structured and unstructured activities for children in the After-School Program.
• Supervise a group of 8–10 children during after-school activities.
• Maintain health and safety of children at all times.
• Discipline children in a loving, constructive way to promote responsibility and good character.
• Report any problems or concerns regarding child welfare to the Program Director.
• Assist with implementation of planned programs under the Program Director's direction.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings as scheduled.
• Encourage each child to participate in constructive recreation and leisure activities.
• Help children develop awareness of the Canandaigua community and local leisure options.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Skills

Child engagement

Teaching assistance

Patience

Safety awareness

Creativity

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Seeking Part Time Recreation Assistant to join our Canandaigua Team

Our Part Time opportunities offer:

• Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays and sick time
• Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)
• Eligibility for Short Term Disability
• Christmas Bonus

SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Oversee educational programs for children in the Phoenix After-School Program.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Plan and organize structured and unstructured activities for children participating in After-School Program
• Supervise a group of 8–10 children during after-school activities
• Maintain health and safety of children at all times
• Discipline children when needed in a loving and constructive way to promote personal responsibility and a good moral character
• Report any problems or concerns regarding the child’s welfare to the Program Director
• Assist with implementation of planned programs and activities under the direction of the Program Director
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings when scheduled
• Encourage each child to participate in constructive recreation and leisure activities
• Assist children to develop an awareness of the Canandaigua community and leisure options in the community
• Other duties deemed necessary assigned by Program Director

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to business needs.

Qualifications

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Desire and ability to work with children
• Ability to assist or lead with the teaching of activities
• Energetic, sense of humor, patient and self-control
• Safety oriented at all times
• Creative and artistic a major plus

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.