Part Time Recreation Assistant

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory; Town of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off including 14 paid-?h

403B Tax Deferred Annuity

Short Term Disability Eligibility

Christmas Bonus

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory in Canandaigua, NY seeks a Part-Time Recreation Assistant to support the Phoenix After-School Program, helping plan activities, supervise 8-10 children, and ensure a safe, engaging environment.

This part-time role offers generous time off including 14 paid holidays and sick time, a Tax-Deferred Annuity (403B), eligibility for short-term disability, and a Christmas bonus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Desire to work with children

Energetic

Sense of humor

Patience

Self-control

Safety oriented

Creative

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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.