Recreation Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

14 paid holidays

Pension Plan (company contributions)

403B Tax Deferred Annuity

Supplemental insurance options

Christmas Bonus

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory in Canandaigua, NY seeks a part-time Recreation Assistant to support the After-School Program for children. The role involves planning activities, supervising groups of 8–10 children, and promoting safety and personal development in a caring environment.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, enthusiasm for working with children, and the ability to assist or lead activities.

Qualifications

• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Ability to assist or lead with teaching activities.
• Energetic, humorous, patient and self‑controlled.
• Safety oriented at all times.
• Creative and artistic a major plus.
• High school diploma or GED required.

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 in a loving and constructive way to promote character.
• Report problems regarding child welfare to the Program Director.
• Assist with implementation of planned programs under the Director.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Encourage participation in constructive recreation and leisure activities.
• Help children develop awareness of Canandaigua community resources.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Skills

Child engagement

Teaching activities

Energetic & patient

Safety oriented

Creative & artistic

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Seeking Part Time Recreation Assistant to join our Canandaigua Corps

Our Part Time opportunities offer:

• Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)
• Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
• 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.

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.